Theism and Evolution
Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1886. First Separate Edition (Offprint). Reprinted from The Andover Review. Octavo, 30 pages, retaining the original journal pagination (337–350 and 607–622), original top wrap. An interesting nineteenth-century philosophical and theological essay examining the relationship between theism and evolutionary theory, originally published in The Andover Review in 1886. Written during a period of considerable intellectual and religious debate following the widespread dissemination of Charles Darwin's theories, Benedict explores the implications of evolution for traditional conceptions of divine creation, providence, and the natural order. The essay addresses the philosophical challenges posed by evolutionary thought and the question of whether scientific explanations of the development of life and the universe can be reconciled with belief in a divine intelligence. An interesting contribution to late nineteenth-century American religious and philosophical discourse, reflecting contemporary efforts to reconcile emerging scientific theories with established theological principles. Top wrap detached, lacks rear wrap, library stamp to top wrap, crease, occasional pencil marginalia, else in good condition. Item #714
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