“This, it may be said, is no more than a hypothesis, but it satisfies the conditions of a legitimate hypothesis, by postulating the operation of no unknown or uncertain cause, but only of that force of precedent which in all times has been so strong to keep alive religious forms of which the original meaning is lost.”
Quote by William Robertson Smith
Work
Religion of the Semites (Ppr)
This book delves into the religious traditions of Semitic cultures, examining their historical development, religious texts, and the impact of these beliefs on the societies in which they were practiced. more
Author
William Robertson Smith
William Robertson Smith (November 8, 1846 - March 31, 1894) was a Scottish scholar known for his work in the fields of religion, mythology, and folklore. He is considered one of the pioneers of religious anthropology for his studies on the origins and development of religion. more
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