Humanity's Gain from Unbelief
Charles Bradlaugh’s Humanity’s Gain from Unbelief is a collection of essays that explore the benefits of unbelief and the dangers of religious superstition. Bradlaugh argues that religious superstition has been a major source of human suffering throughout history, and that it has been used to oppress and control people. He also argues that religious superstition has been used to justify wars and other forms of violence. He further argues that religious superstition has been used to limit scientific progress and to prevent people from thinking for themselves. Finally, he argues that unbelief can lead to greater freedom, progress, and happiness. Bradlaugh’s essays are written in a clear and accessible style, and they provide a powerful argument for the benefits of unbelief.
By Charles Bradlaugh · First published 1889 · Genre: Philosophy, Religion, Non-Fiction