In "The Idea of God in Early Religions," F. B. Jevons embarks on an intellectual exploration of the evolution of religious thought across various ancient cultures. Through meticulous analysis and comparative methodology, Jevons elucidates the development of theistic concepts, emphasizing how early human civilizations articulated their understanding of the divine through myths, rituals, and social practices. His literary style reflects a scholarly rigor combined with accessibility, allowing...

The use of any science lies in its application to practical purposes. For Christianity, the use of the science of religion consists in applying it to show that Christianity is the highest manifestation of the religious spirit. To make this use of the science of religion, we must fully and frankly accept the facts it furnishes, and must recognise that others are at liberty to use them for any opposite purpose. But we must also insist that the science of religion is limited to the establishm...

Greek drama is fascinating and the real beginning of modern drama as we know it today. This well researched and concise book is a must for anybody studying the history of drama. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

First published in 1902, this book investigates the history and development of early religion from an anthropological perspective. Rather than dealing with religions that grew from the teachings of their original founders, such as Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, Jevons considers those religions that were practised as a matter of custom and tradition. The title considers such subjects as the supernatural, life and death, animal sacrifice, and the worship of nature. It provides an introdu...

In "The Idea of God in Early Religions," F. B. Jevons undertakes a systematic exploration of the evolution of divinity across various ancient cultures. The book is characterized by its analytical rigor, featuring a comparative method that draws upon textual and archaeological evidence to illustrate the shifting perceptions of godly figures throughout human history. Speaking to an era fascinated by the intersection of mythology and rational thought, Jevons situates his inquiries within the ...

"The Idea of God in Early Religions" by F. B. Jevons explores the evolution of religious thought and the concept of divinity across various ancient cultures. Jevons delves into the beliefs and practices of early societies, examining how their understanding of gods and the divine shaped their worldviews. Through a comparative analysis, he highlights the similarities and differences in the conception of deities, illustrating how these ideas influenced moral codes, rituals, and social structu...

First published in 1913, Jevons’ Personality marries the disciplines of philosophy and psychology in order to question the existence of personality and the arguments surrounding it. Intriguingly, Jevons suggests that if a person can question their own personality and existence, by extension they can also question the personality and existence of God. The book is arranged into four chapters based on a series of lectures delivered in Oxford in 1912: these discuss such areas as the r...

First published in 1900, this philosophical essay on Evolution questions how the acceptance of Evolution as scientific should influence the thoughts and actions of humankind from the perspective of morality and moral conduct. In his discussion, Frank B. Jevons deals with such subjects as pessimism and optimism towards evolutionary theory, the laws of motion and matter, and the importance of scientific evidence.

"An Introduction to the Study of Comparative Religion" by F. B. Jevons serves as a foundational text in the field of religious studies. Jevons explores the similarities and differences among various religious traditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding these beliefs within their cultural contexts. The book encourages readers to appreciate the diversity of religious expressions and the underlying human experiences that shape them. Through a comparative lens, Jevons aims to foste...

In The Varieties of Religious Experience the late Professor William James has said (p. 465): 'The religious phenomenon, studied as an inner fact, and apart from ecclesiastical or theological complications, has shown itself to consist everywhere, and at all its stages, in the consciousness which individuals have of an intercourse between themselves and higher powers with which they feel themselves to be related. This intercourse is realised at the time as being both active and mutual.' The ...

According to Wikipedia: "Frank Byron Jevons (18581936) was a polymath, academic and administrator of Durham University. He was educated at Nottingham High School and Wadham College, Oxford and appointed a lecturer in Classics at Durham in 1882. ..He was author of eighteen scholarly texts some of which, for example 'A History of Greek Literature: From the Earliest Period to the Death of Demosthenes' (1886) and 'An Introduction To The Study Of Comparative Religion', remain in print."

First published in 1969, The Teaching of Science primarily deals with science teaching in secondary schools and universities but its searching discussion of criteria concerns all who have to do with education. The concise but well-documented treatments of the nature of the scientific process and of the social implications of science will be of interest to many scientists and especially useful for teachers of general studies. Professor Jevons looks first at why we should t...