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100	1		_aBradlaugh, Charles, _d1833-1891
245	1	0	_aHeresy: Its Utility And Morality. A Plea And A Justification
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-05-29
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"Heresy: Its Utility And Morality. A Plea And A Justification" by Charles Bradlaugh is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. This work critically examines the concept of heresy, arguing for its potential benefits in promoting progress and intellectual freedom in society. Bradlaugh seeks to highlight the often unjust persecution faced by those labeled as heretics, advocating for a more understanding and supportive outlook toward dissenting opinions. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the nature of heresy, questioning why society is more lenient towards other forms of misconduct while being harsh towards heretics. Bradlaugh argues that many who follow orthodox beliefs do so out of inherited conviction rather than personal inquiry, and he emphasizes that heretics—through their quest for truth—play a crucial role in advancing knowledge and political freedom. The author provides historical examples of prominent figures who were initially branded as heretics, suggesting that the intolerance of ideas can hinder progress rather than foster it. Overall, the beginning establishes a compelling rationale for considering heresy as an essential component of societal advancement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFree thought
653			_aHeresy
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36268
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