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About The Book: William Samuel Lilly's Ancient Religion and Modern Thought (1884) critically examines the tension between traditional religious beliefs and emerging modern philosophies. Lilly addresses the rise of pessimistic philosophies, particularly Schopenhauer's, questioning whether modern thought has rendered religious faith obsolete. He contrasts this with John Henry Newman's spiritual journey, highlighting differing responses to existential challenges. The work delves into non-Christian belief systems, assessing their relationship with Christianity, and explores arguments for and against the existence of a deity. Concluding with a discussion on immortality, Lilly advocates for the enduring relevance of religious faith in an age of skepticism. About The Author: William Samuel Lilly (1840–1919) was a prolific English barrister, philosopher, and Catholic intellectual known for integrating religious tradition with modern thought. His works, such as Ancient Religion and Modern Thought (1884), critiqued secularism and materialism, championing the enduring value of Christianity in philosophical and social discourse. A staunch critic of liberalism, utilitarianism, and Darwinism, Lilly defended classical morality and the spiritual foundations of Western civilization. His essays tackled themes in ethics, politics, history, and theology, often engaging figures like Newman, Schopenhauer, and Huxley. Throughout his career, Lilly advocated for a reasoned, historical, and spiritual approach to contemporary intellectual and moral challenges. The Title 'Ancient Religion and Modern Thought written/authored/edited by William Samuel Lilly', published in the year 1884. The ISBN 9789371699570 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 446 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.