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100 1 _aMangasarian, M. M.
_q(Mangasar Mugurditch),
_d1859-1943
245 1 4 _aThe Story of My Mind; Or, How I Became a Rationalist
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
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 2014-04-24
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Google Print project.
520 _a"The Story of My Mind; Or, How I Became a Rationalist" by M. M. Mangasarian is a philosophical memoir likely written in the early 20th century. The work recounts the author's journey from a devout upbringing as a Calvinist to his eventual embrace of Rationalism. Central to the narrative is Mangasarian's introspection on faith, reason, and his critique of dogmatic beliefs, aimed at encouraging his children—and potentially his readers—to seek their truths. The beginning of the book introduces Mangasarian’s personal context, dedicating the work to his children while sharing how his experiences, particularly his upbringing and early religious commitments, shaped his thoughts. He reflects on his childhood, the pressures of preparing for the ministry, and the awakening of his rational thinking prompted by encounters that challenged his beliefs. Mangasarian describes vivid moments that fueled his intellectual conflict, particularly a harrowing experience during a journey in Asia Minor where reliance on divine aid led to a moment of crisis, ultimately contributing to his shift towards rational thought over traditional Christian beliefs. The autobiographical elements set the tone for a deeper exploration of faith, skepticism, and the value of inquiry over inherited dogma. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChristianity -- Controversial literature
653 _aRationalism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45483
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