Subjects: Strauss, David Friedrich, 1808-1874, Christianity -- Controversial literature, Alford, Henry, 1810-1871, Jesus Christ -- Biography -- History and criticism, Jesus Christ -- Person and offices, Jesus Christ -- Miracles, PR, BT, I
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Although educated and trained for a career in the clergy, Samuel Butler began to harbor serious doubts about his vocation and Christian morals in general at an early age. Although he addressed these issues in earnest debate with his colleagues and family members, Butler's confusion only worsened over time. He began to explore his concerns about Victorian-era hypocrisy in writing, penning a series of philosophically minded novels and social satires, The Fair Haven among them ...
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