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Amusements in the Light of Reason and Scripture offers a Christian call to reform how society handles leisure, arts, and entertainment.
This work argues that active, thoughtful engagement with culture is possible and necessary, but warns against unchecked theatre, saloon life, and provocative reading. It presents a case for Christian associations to shape wholesome, accessible substitutes that nurture character, faith, and public morals. Readers will encounter a blend of moral reflection, historical context, and practical suggestions for guiding youth and families toward “better” amusements rooted in faith and reason.
- Clear concerns about how popular entertainment shapes morals and daily life.
- Arguments for church-led alternatives that foster wholesome leisure and education.
- Historical commentary on the impact of theatres and public culture on society.
- Practical ideas for structuring safe, uplifting activities at home, in schools, and within communities.
Ideal for readers interested in 19th-century religious ethics, church reform, and discussions of morality in popular culture.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the relationship between religious beliefs and entertainment during the 19th century, when the popularity of amusement soared. The author discusses the objections raised by religious leaders to popular forms of entertainment, such as theater, dance, and sports, which were seen as immoral and dangerous to personal piety. The author seeks to strike a middle ground between the extremes of puritanical condemnation and the uncritical acceptance of all forms of entertainment, arguing that amusements can be wholesome and enjoyable if approached with moderation and discretion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334914805_0
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