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Is the Morality of Jesus Sound?

A Lecture Delivered Before the Independent Religious Society

M. M. Mangasarian

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Geisteswissenschaften, Kunst, Musik / Praktische Theologie

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In "Is the Morality of Jesus Sound?", M. M. Mangasarian adopts a critical and analytical approach to examine the moral teachings of Jesus within a broader philosophical context. This provocative work engages with texts from the New Testament, assessing their ethical implications and their applicability in contemporary society. Mangasarian's literary style combines rigorous argumentation with a clear and accessible prose, inviting readers to ponder the foundational aspects of Christian morality while situating his inquiry among the growing body of critical theological literature emerging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. M. M. Mangasarian, an Armenian-American thinker and a vocal advocate for religious skepticism, was profoundly influenced by his background in philosophy and his personal journey away from traditional religious beliefs. His critiques of dogmatic religion and efforts to promote rational thought and ethics illuminate the motivations behind this exploration of Jesus's moral teachings. As a contemporary voice within the intellectual movement of his time, Mangasarian provides a fresh perspective that challenges conventional piety. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in theology, ethics, or the historical Jesus. It encourages thoughtful reflection on the validity and relevance of Jesus's moral imperatives in our modern world, making it a significant contribution to the discourse on faith and morality.

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ethical teachings, theological exploration, alternative perspectives, scholarly argument, religious critique, Christian ethics, moral philosophy, biblical analysis, modern morality, historical context