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_aHuxley, Thomas Henry, _d1825-1895 |
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_aThe Evolution of Theology: an Anthropological Study : _bEssay #8 from "Science and Hebrew Tradition" |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2001 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2001-05-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by D.R. Thompson, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Evolution of Theology: An Anthropological Study" by Thomas Henry Huxley is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work explores theology as a natural product of human cognition, analyzing its historical development and the beliefs surrounding spiritual beings among ancient civilizations, notably focusing on the theological concepts found in Israelite society. At the start of the essay, Huxley sets the stage for an anthropological examination of theology, emphasizing that he does not aim to validate or invalidate the truth of specific theological doctrines but intends to treat them as phenomena worthy of scientific inquiry. He introduces the historical context of Israelite theology between the invasion of Canaan and the early monarchy, using Hebrew Scriptures as pivotal sources. The opening portion highlights the narrative of Saul's visit to the witch of Endor, illustrating how beliefs in ghosts and spiritual mediums were integral to the theology of that era. Huxley argues that such accounts provide insights into ancient Israelitic beliefs regarding the afterlife, spiritual existence, and the nature of their deity, Jahveh, inferring that human-like characteristics attributed to spiritual beings are fundamental to understanding their theological framework. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aEvolution | ||
| 653 | _aBible and science | ||
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