The Devil's Pulpit: Or Astro-Theological Sermons - Paperback

by Robert Taylor (Author)

The Devil's Pulpit: Or Astro-Theological Sermons is a book written by Rev. Robert Taylor. The book consists of a series of sermons that explore the relationship between religion and astrology. Rev. Taylor argues that many religious beliefs and practices are based on astrological principles, and that understanding these principles is essential to understanding the true meaning of religion. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of religion, the symbolism of the zodiac, and the role of the planets in human affairs. Rev. Taylor's writing is both informative and entertaining, and he uses a variety of literary devices to engage the reader. Overall, The Devil's Pulpit is a fascinating and thought-provoking book that sheds new light on the relationship between religion and astrology.With a sketch of his life and an astronomical introduction. This book is a collection of sermons delivered by the Rev. Robert Taylor. Everywhere he lectured he challenged the clergy to debate him. He was arrested for blasphemy and a persecution began. A Quaker banker took this opportunity to press a debt, and threw the orator into prison. It was there that he wrote the Diegesis and Syntagma. Contents: Star of Bethlehem; John the Baptist; Raising the Devil!; The Temple; Unjust Judge; Virgo Paritura; St. Peter; Judas Iscariot Vindicated; St. Thomas; St. James and John the Sons of Thunder; The Crucifixion of Christ; Cup of Salvation; Lecture on Free Masonry; The Holy Ghost; St. Philip; St. Matthew; The Redeemer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.