Devil's Pulpit: Or Astro-Theological Sermons - Paperback

by Robert Taylor (Author)

The Devil's Pulpit: Or Astro-Theological Sermons is a book written by Rev. Robert Taylor. The book contains a series of sermons that explore the relationship between religion and astronomy. The author discusses various topics such as the origins of the universe, the nature of God, and the role of religion in society. The book also contains a detailed analysis of the Bible and its teachings, with a focus on the astrological symbolism found within its pages. The author argues that the Bible is not a literal account of historical events, but rather a symbolic representation of the relationship between God and humanity. The book is written in a conversational style and is accessible to both scholars and laypeople alike. Overall, The Devil's Pulpit is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the intersection between religion and science.With a sketch of his life and an astronomical introduction. This book is a collection of sermons delivered by the Rev. Robert Taylor. Everywhere he lectured he challenged the clergy to debate him. He was arrested for blasphemy and a persecution began. A Quaker banker took this opportunity to press a debt, and threw the orator into prison. It was there that he wrote the Diegesis and Syntagma. Contents: Star of Bethlehem; John the Baptist; Raising the Devil!; The Temple; Unjust Judge; Virgo Paritura; St. Peter; Judas Iscariot Vindicated; St. Thomas; St. James and John the Sons of Thunder; The Crucifixion of Christ; Cup of Salvation; Lecture on Free Masonry; The Holy Ghost; St. Philip; St. Matthew; The Redeemer.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.