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F. B. (Frank Byron) Jevons
Frank Byron Jevons (1858–1936) was a British scholar, writer, and clergyman known for his work in philosophy, comparative religion, and classical studies. He authored several influential books, including "An Introduction to the History of Religion" and "A History of Greek Literature." Jevons also contributed to discussions on ethics and moral philosophy, particularly focusing on the connections between early religious practices and the development of civilization. His work combined academic rigor with an accessible writing style, making him a significant figure in early 20th-century religious and philosophical scholarship.
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INTRODUCTION The use of any science lies in its application to practical purposes. For Christianity, the use of the science of religion consists in applying it to show that Christianity is the highest manifestation of the religious spirit. To make this use of the science of religion, we must fully and frankly accept the facts it furnishes, and must recognise that others are at liberty to use them for...
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Every child that is born is born of a community and into a community, which existed before his birth and will continue to exist after his death. He learns to speak the language which the community spoke before he was born, and which the community will continue to speak after he has gone. In learning the language he acquires not only words but ideas; and the words and ideas he acquires, the thoughts he...
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