The Doctrine of Original Sin: As Received and Taught by the Churches of the Reformation, Stated and Defended is a book written by Robert Wharton Landis and published in 1884. The book explores the concept of original sin, which is the belief that all humans are born with a sinful nature inherited from Adam and Eve's disobedience in the Garden of Eden. Landis examines the historical and theological roots of the doctrine, tracing its development from its origins in the writings of St. Augustine to its reception and teaching ...
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The Doctrine of Original Sin: As Received and Taught by the Churches of the Reformation, Stated and Defended is a book written by Robert Wharton Landis and published in 1884. The book explores the concept of original sin, which is the belief that all humans are born with a sinful nature inherited from Adam and Eve's disobedience in the Garden of Eden. Landis examines the historical and theological roots of the doctrine, tracing its development from its origins in the writings of St. Augustine to its reception and teaching by the Protestant churches of the Reformation. He also discusses the various interpretations and controversies surrounding the doctrine, including its relationship to the concepts of free will, predestination, and salvation.The author presents a thorough defense of the doctrine of original sin, arguing that it is a necessary component of Christian theology and essential for understanding the nature of sin and the need for redemption. He also addresses common objections and criticisms of the doctrine, providing a nuanced and thoughtful perspective on this complex theological topic.Overall, The Doctrine of Original Sin is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the foundational doctrines of Christian theology, offering a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in understanding the nature of sin and redemption in the Christian faith.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.
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All Editions of The Doctrine Of Original Sin: As Received And Taught By The Churches Of The Reformation, Stated And Defended, And The Error Of Dr. Hodge In Claiming That This Doctrine Recognizes The Gratuitous Imputation Of Sin, Pointed Out And Refuted