Author Description

Life and Propitiation: An Examination of Certain New Doctrines (1885) is a book written by William Joseph Lowe, which explores new religious doctrines that were emerging during the late 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the concept of life, and the second part examining the concept of propitiation.In the first part of the book, Lowe explores various views on life, including the views of philosophers, theologians, and scientists. He examines the idea of life as a force that animates the physical body, as well as the idea of life as a spiritual force that transcends the physical world. Lowe also discusses the relationship between life and death, and the implications of these concepts for religious belief.In the second part of the book, Lowe examines the concept of propitiation, which refers to the act of appeasing or satisfying a deity or spiritual force. He explores various religious traditions and their approaches to propitiation, including Christianity, Judaism, and Hinduism. Lowe also discusses the implications of these doctrines for moral behavior and the relationship between humans and the divine.Overall, Life and Propitiation: An Examination of Certain New Doctrines (1885) is a thought-provoking exploration of some of the key religious and philosophical concepts of the late 19th century. It provides a valuable insight into the debates and discussions that were shaping religious thought during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.