Publisher's Synopsis
The Doctrine of the Trinity is a book written by William Hamilton Drummond that challenges the traditional Christian belief that God exists in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Drummond argues that this doctrine is not based on either scripture or reason, but rather on tradition and the authority of the church.In his book, Drummond examines the historical development of the doctrine of the Trinity, tracing its origins to the early Christian church and the debates that took place among theologians about the nature of God. He argues that the doctrine was not fully developed until several centuries after the time of Jesus, and that it was influenced by pagan philosophy and Greek metaphysics.Drummond also critiques the theological arguments used to support the doctrine of the Trinity, arguing that they are based on flawed logic and circular reasoning. He suggests that the doctrine has been used to justify a wide range of theological and political beliefs, including the subordination of women and the persecution of heretics.Despite his criticisms, Drummond does not reject the idea of God altogether. Instead, he suggests that a more nuanced and complex understanding of God is necessary, one that does not rely on simplistic and dogmatic formulations like the doctrine of the Trinity.Overall, The Doctrine of the Trinity is a thought-provoking and challenging book that will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of Christian theology and the nature of God.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.
