Herbert Alden Youtz
The Enlarging Conception of God, written by Herbert Alden Youtz and originally published in 1914, is a book that explores the evolution of the human understanding of God throughout history. Youtz argues that as human civilization has progressed, so too has our conception of God, and that this evolution has been shaped by a variety of factors, including cultural influences, scientific discoveries, and philosophical developments.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the history of God’s conception. Youtz begins by exploring the earliest human conceptions of God, drawing on archaeological evidence and religious texts from ancient civilizations. He then moves on to examine the impact of the Enlightenment and the rise of modern science on our understanding of God, arguing that these developments led to a more rational and less mystical conception of the divine.Youtz also discusses the role of religion in shaping our conception of God, arguing that religious traditions have often been instrumental in helping people to understand and relate to the divine. He examines the influence of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and other major world religions on our understanding of God, as well as the ways in which these traditions have evolved over time.Throughout the book, Youtz emphasizes the importance of maintaining an open-minded and flexible approach to the concept of God, arguing that our understanding of the divine is constantly evolving and that we must be willing to adapt and change our beliefs as new information and insights emerge. He also emphasizes the importance of recognizing the diversity of human experiences and perspectives, and the need to respect and learn from different cultural and religious traditions.Overall, The Enlarging Conception of God is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the history of human understanding of the divine. It offers a compelling argument for the importance of maintaining an open-minded and flexible approach to the concept of God, and provides a valuable perspective on the evolution of religious thought throughout human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
