Publisher's Synopsis
Answers to Unanswered Questions of Life and Religion, by William Edwin Jacobs, boldly meets the challenges of our time. This book ventures answers to vital questions of philosophy and religion from a scientifically enlightened trans-denominational Christian point of view. The author confronts the truly basic questions that are rarely, if ever, honestly dealt with. Questions such as: Is self-defence valid -- personally or nationally? Why, in the light of God's love, do we grow old -- with all the frailties? What realistically constitutes freedom: equality; sin; evil; and the modern fascination with evil? Why is God silent and invisible? What about creation and the gender of God? A straightforward answer to 28 questions is preceded by an overview giving an honest epistemology and an updating of the social concept of reality, and ends with logical projections for the future. Each chapter begins with a memorable and relevant quotation from a vast variety of sources. A truly penetrating work, it is often entertaining and touching, and cultivates an aliveness to life.
