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“Evolution does not attempt to explain the origin of life. It is simply a history of the process of life. With the secret cause of life evolution has nothing to do. A man, therefore, may be a materialistic evolutionist or a theistic evolutionist; that is, he may believe that the cause is some single unintelligent impersonal force, or he may believe that the cause is a wise and beneficent God.”

Quote by Lyman Abbott

Book:The Theology of an Evolutionist

Work

The Theology of an Evolutionist

This book delves into the theological implications of evolutionary biology, examining how the concepts of evolution can be reconciled with religious thought and faith. more

Author

Lyman Abbott was an American author known for his contributions to religious and moral philosophy. Born on December 18, 1835, and deceased on October 22, 1922, Abbott's writings had a significant impact on the religious thought of his era. more

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