A Reply To Dr. Lightfoot's Essays (1889)

""A Reply To Dr. Lightfoot�������s Essays"" is a book written by Walter Richard Cassels and published in 1889. The book is a response to a series of essays written by Dr. Joseph Lightfoot, a prominent theologian and bishop of the Church of England. In his essays, Lightfoot argued for the authenticity and reliability of the New Testament, particularly the Gospels, and defended the traditional Christian view of their authorship and composition.Cassels, on the other hand, challenged Lightfoot's arguments and presented a critical analysis of the New Testament texts. He argued that the Gospels were not written by the apostles or their immediate followers, but were instead the result of a long process of oral tradition and editing by later authors. Cassels also questioned the accuracy of the historical and geographical details in the Gospels, and argued that they were shaped by the theological and political concerns of their authors.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which addresses a specific aspect of Lightfoot's arguments. Cassels draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, historical documents, and archaeological evidence, to support his claims. He also engages with the work of other scholars and theologians who have challenged the traditional view of the New Testament.Overall, ""A Reply To Dr. Lightfoot�������s Essays"" is a critical and thought-provoking work that challenges the traditional Christian understanding of the New Testament. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and interpretation of the Bible, and the development of Christian theology.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.