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The Present and Future of Religion

The Present and Future of Religion

Joad, C. E. M.

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PhilosophyReligion General General Sociology

ISBN10: 1025923510
ISBN13: 9781025923512
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 230
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Present and Future of Religion is a critical and philosophical examination of the role of faith in a rapidly changing modern world. Written by the renowned philosopher and broadcaster C. E. M. Joad, this work explores the tension between traditional religious institutions and the rising tide of scientific rationalism that characterized the early 20th century. Joad meticulously analyzes why conventional dogmas seemed to be losing their influence over the contemporary mind and investigates the sociological shifts leading to a more secular society.

The book delves into various substitutes for traditional worship, including political ideologies and psychological frameworks, questioning whether these modern movements can truly satisfy the human quest for meaning. Rather than providing a simple critique, Joad offers a thoughtful inquiry into the potential evolution of spiritual thought. He suggests that while historical religious structures may decline, a new form of philosophical consciousness may emerge to address eternal existential questions. This work stands as a significant historical document for readers interested in the intersection of philosophy, sociology, and the survival of the spiritual impulse in a scientific age.

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