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245 1 0 _aChristian Mystery: A Chinese Tale, Found in the Portfolio of a Portuguese Friar
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2012-10-08
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Christian Mystery: A Chinese Tale, Found in the Portfolio of a Portuguese Friar" is a philosophical and theological exploration written in the early 19th century. This text presents a narrative that delves into the complexities of Christian doctrine as perceived by a traveler who encounters a group of enlightened people. The central theme revolves around the essence of religious belief and the inherent contradictions within the foundational tenets of Christianity. In the story, the protagonist, stranded in an unknown land, engages in a series of conversations with the locals about the nature of God, the Trinity, and the stories surrounding Jesus Christ. Through these dialogues, the protagonist challenges the locals on various aspects of Christianity, noting the seemingly contradictory nature of theology and the historical context of its development. As the narrative unfolds, it critiques the complexities and the conflicts that arise within religious interpretations, ultimately leading the protagonist to a realization about the potential pitfalls of dogmatic beliefs and the value of human reason. The journey ends with a desire to return to a more straightforward understanding of existence, away from the 'abominable European prejudices' that cloud rational thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChristianity -- Controversial literature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40984
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