About the book
In an attempt to understand why religious faith lives on in the 20th century, the author of Modern Times and Intellectuals writes an incisive, probing examination of the relationship between humankind and God and the need for religious faith.aDespite all predictions to the contrary, religious faith in the 20th century hasn't died. In fact, it is experiencing an enormous resurgence. Johnson explores and explains this phenomenon and his own personal feelings about God and faith, addressing in the process central questions such as Who and What is God? How can He help us with the widespread problems of evil and suffering? What is the role of churches and dogma in our spiritual lives? Why must we experience death? What is Hell? Why must we pray and how do we do it? His answers surprise, provoke, inspire, and comfort.
Editions of Quest for God
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780060928230
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061853050
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In an attempt to understand why religious faith lives on in the 20th century, the author of Modern Times and Intellectuals writes an incisive, probing examination of the relationship between humankind and God and the need for religious faith.aDespite all predictions to the contrary, religious faith in the 20th century hasn't died. In fact, it is experiencing an enormous resurgence. Johnson explores and explains this phenomenon and his own personal feelings about God and faith, addressing in the process central questions such as Who and What is God? How can He help us with the widespread problems of evil and suffering? What is the role of churches and dogma in our spiritual lives? Why must we experience death? What is Hell? Why must we pray and how do we do it? His answers surprise, provoke, inspire, and comfort.
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What is Quest for God about?
In an attempt to understand why religious faith lives on in the 20th century, the author of Modern Times and Intellectuals writes an incisive, probing examination of the relationship between humankind and God and the need for religious faith.aDespite all predictions to the contrary, religious faith in the 20th century hasn't died. In fact, it is experiencing an enormous resurgence. Johnson explores and explains this phenomenon and his own personal feelings about God and faith, addressing in the process central questions such as Who and What is God? How can He help us with the widespread problems of evil and suffering? What is the role of churches and dogma in our spiritual lives? Why must we experience death? What is Hell? Why must we pray and how do we do it? His answers surprise, provoke, inspire, and comfort.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Quest for God?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Memoirs
Where can I read a sample of Quest for God?
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Who is/are the Author/s of the book Quest for God?
Paul Johnson
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Quest for God is available as paperback(ISBN 9780060928230) and ebook(ISBN 9780061853050)
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