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Graves, Lydia M. [Browse]

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"The Bible of Bibles; Or, Twenty-Seven 'Divine' Revelations" by Kersey Graves is a critical examination of various sacred texts, written in the late 19th century. This work delves into 27 different religious scriptures and scrutinizes them alongside the Christian Bible, aiming to highlight thousands of perceived errors in moral, historical, and scientific assertions within the Bible. The book boldly contends that the religious beliefs of the past-which it claims are deeply flawed-must adapt to fit the moral and intellectual advancements of contemporary society. At the start of this volume, the author outlines the pressing religious upheaval of the time and promotes the idea that humanity is on the verge of a significant reformation in thought and morality. Graves discusses how old institutions are faltering under the weight of enlightenment and urges readers to reconsider the absolute truths that religious texts, including the Bible, purport. He intends for his analysis to contribute to the burgeoning era of reason and science, revealing how rigid dogmas inhibit moral progression. This opening section sets the stage for a comprehensive critique that promises to challenge conventional religious beliefs and provoke thoughtful discussion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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• Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
• Release date is 2013-08-24

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Produced by David Widger

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