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Problems of Life: Selections from the Writings of Rev. Lyman Abbott

This book offers a compilation of insightful essays and thoughtful reflections on the complexities and challenges of life, drawn from the extensive writings of Rev. Lyman Abbott, a prominent religious figure and author. more

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Lyman Abbott
Lyman Abbott

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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“Not only is there no guarantee of the temporal immortality of the human soul, that is to say of its eternal survival after death; but, in any case, this assumption completely fails to accomplish the purpose for which it has always been intended. Or is some riddle solved by my surviving forever? Is not this eternal life itself as much of a riddle as our present life?”

“We all remember how many religious wars were fought for a religion of love and gentleness; how many bodies were burned alive with the genuinely kind intention of saving souls from the eternal fire of hell.”

“Each thing that exists remains forever, and that very existence of existence is proof of its eternity. But without that realization, which is the knowledge of perfect being, man would never know whether there was existence or non-existence. If eternal existence is altered, then it must become more beautiful; and if it disappears, it must return with more sublime image; and if it sleeps, it must dream of a better awakening, for it is ever greater upon its rebirth.”