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title: 'The Antagonisms, Perils and Glory of the Spiritual Philosophy: Inaugural Discourse'
type: pdf
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authors:
- 'John William Mears'
date: 1871-10-01
collection: 'Archives'
subcollection: '19th century'
topics:
- 'Apologetical Method'
- 'Philosophy (General)'
- 'Natural Theology'
scriptures:
- 'Romans 1'
- 'Hebrews 11'
- 'John 20'
url: https://confessional.org/archives/19th-century/mears-1871-the-antagonisms-perils-and-glory-of-the-spiritual-philosophy-inaugural-discourse
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# The Antagonisms, Perils and Glory of the Spiritual Philosophy: Inaugural Discourse

Essays defend spiritual philosophy and the prerogative of Christian faith against rising materialism and scientism, urging continued metaphysical self-inquiry.

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