Cs lewis first broadcast this book in a series of radio broadcasts. Mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce, the problem of pain, miracles, a grief observed, the abolition of man, and the four loves ebook. It was a hit because at that point, lewis had already published a number of fiction and nonfiction books including out of the silent planet 1938, the problem of pain 1940 and the. Mere christianity mere christianity is the most popular of c. Lewis truth according to scripture has made available an online ebook and audio book of c. Rationality is the tack lewis takes in mere christianity.
When studying human history, he claims, one is struck by how similar different. Lewis argues for the logical validity of christianity, defends the religion from its critics, and looks in detail at what the life of a christian is like. I feel guilty giving such a book only three stars, but that is for the. The first edition of the novel was published in 1952, and was written by c. Lewiss legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Be prepared to pay close attention to what lewis is saying. This book is a collection of various works, and covers the basic elements of the christian faith. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during the second world war. I appreciate the effort that vetter has made, however geoffrey howard reads mere christianity so utterly perfectly, anyone else must come second. His tools are reason and logic, not cultural, personal, historical, or emotional claims.
He placed a great importance on the central beliefs. Lewis doodle bbc talk 6, mere christianity, bk 2, chapter 1. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine on christian belief. I cannot begin to totally appreciate or even fully understand the wisdom and knowledge expressed by c. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis saw as the fundamental truths of the religion. First heard as informal radio broadcasts on the bbc, the lectures were published as three books and subsequently combined as mere christianity. The series of talks, originally under the title of right and wrong. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitymere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of his religion. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate booksthe case for. Mere christianity study guide 2 book i1 david grice 852011 book i. Lewis forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief.
One of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. With mere christianity, lewis is not looking to promote religion, or faith, but rather gently point out the many ways in which civilisation, emotion and human decency and its counterpart are so fascinatingly intertwined, so no one should avoid this book fearing it to be a chestthumping propaganda piece for the authors own religious views. Lewis s works of nonfiction, with several million copies sold worldwide. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. This book brings together lewiss legendary radio broadcast talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. A clue to the meaning of the universe, would eventually be turned into lewis classic work mere christianity. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Book 1 1 there has been a great deal of soft soap talked about god for the last hundred years. His conversion was based on his inability to deny what he considered to be rational arguments for christianity. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of christian faith stand together.
Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Lewis legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. Rejecting the boundaries that divide christianitys many. In the first part of the book, lewis discusses the law of human nature. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book brings together lewis s legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and. Free download or read online mere christianity pdf epub book. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the christian faith. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of the religion. What, in your opinion, is lewis offering us in mere christianity. Whether they admit it or not, all men recognize it, and even appeal to it. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate books, this book brings together lewis s legendary broadcast talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times.
Mere christianity was based on a series of radio programs that cs lewis did on defending the christian faith. Mere christianity was the overarching title for the bbc radio talks, which had already been published in three books. It is not the same as the laws of physics or chemistry. Once you have heard howard read it, you begin to feel that lewis is sitting there speaking to you. Mere christianity mere christianity audiobook, by c. Lewis clearly demonstrates, christianity is not a religion of flitting angels and blind faith, but of free will, an innate sense of justice and the grace of god. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 191 pages and is available in paperback format. This book mere christianity published in 1953 was based on the transcript of the bbc radio broadcast that lewis gave at oxford during world war ii 19411944. The main characters of this christian, religion story are.
The book was clearly not intended to advocate for one christian denomination. One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. Starting with a position which is essentially atheistic, lewis steps through a systematic perspective on faith, belief, and the existence of god. In the dark days of world war two in england, a man named c. Lewis proves that at the center of each there is something, or a someone, who against all divergences of belief, all differences of temperament, all memories of mutual persecution, speaks with. Lewis s forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. The material was published in three separate parts as the case for christianity 1943, christian behaviour 1943, and beyond personality 1945. Mere christianity book 1 chapter 1 summary course hero. Christians will gain new insights as to why they believe nonchristians will find a brilliant exposition. Lewis argues for the logical validity of christianity, defends the religion from its critics, and looks in detail at what the life of a christian is like in the first part of the book, lewis discusses the law of human nature.
This 15minute audio clip is the only surviving audio from the c. He went on to serve in world war i, and was a fellow at oxford for over thirty years. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of christian. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books, the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of the religion. Lewis was a man who refused to argue about the details. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three. In book 1 he works to build the foundations of his apology, or defense, of christianity as the answer to these profound, universal questions.
Lewis, geoffrey howard, harpercollins publishers limited. Lewis faithdiscussion of theology in laymans terms, yet claiming he is not being theological. Both christian and nonchristians benefit from reading this book. The case for christianity, published in england under the title broadcast talks 1943, christian behavior 1943, and beyond personality 1945. The essentials of christianity are presented in an enlightening, easytograsp narrative. May 16, 20 truth according to scripture has made available an online ebook and audio book of c. Lewis forceful and accessible doctrine on christian belief. I am in my 60s and read mere christianity for the first time this month. Check out our revolutionary sidebyside summary and analysis. The case for christianity broadcast talks in the uk 1942, christian. A clue to the meaning of the universe, would eventually be turned into lewis classic work mere christianity this 15minute audio clip is the only surviving audio from the c. Clive staples lewis 29 november 1898 22 november 1963, commonly called c. Lewis mere christianity one of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Considered a classic of christian apologetics, the transcripts of the broadcasts originally appeared in print as three separate pamphlets. Lewiss works of nonfiction, with several million copies sold worldwide. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1942 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during the second world war. Aug 05, 2016 lewiss final series of talks was broadcast at 10. Lewis and known to his friends and family as jack, was a novelist, poet, academic, medievalist, literary critic, essayist, lay theologian, and christian apologist from belfast, ireland. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate booksthe case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book brings together lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and. In book i, lewis explores the notion of right and wrong, which he argues is, at its core, an inherently human characteristic that is not, as some would argue, merely a social construct. Also, we have added mere christianity to our free apologetics ebook library which can be found here. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. Lewis argues for the existence of god, and then proceeds to outline what he believes are the fundamental tenants of christianity. When studying human history, he claims, one is struck by how similar different societies moral codes are, at least at a fundamental. Lewis during world war ii, these nine addresses show the beloved author and theologian bringing hope and courage in a time of great doubt. Mere christianity outline cs lewis society of california. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate books, this book brings together lewiss legendary broadcast talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times.
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. Born in belfast, lewis was an avid reader as a child, and a lover of nature and animals. Lewis was an irish author and scholar, known for his nonfiction work on christianity, and famously for his fantasy series the chronicles of narnia. This is disc 1 of the audio book mere christianity by cs lewis.
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