""Theism"" is a philosophical work by John Stuart Mill, first published in 1874. The book is a critical examination of the concept of theism, which is the belief in the existence of a single, all-powerful deity who created and governs the universe. Mill argues that theism is a flawed and untenable belief system, and instead advocates for a more rational and scientific approach to understanding the natural world.Throughout the book, Mill explores various arguments for the existence of God, including the teleological argument, the cosmological argument, and the moral argument. He critiques each of these arguments, pointing out their flaws and inconsistencies, and ultimately concludes that there is no compelling evidence to support the belief in a divine creator.In addition to his critique of theism, Mill also offers his own vision of a secular morality, based on the principles of utilitarianism. He argues that ethical behavior should be based on the principle of maximizing happiness for the greatest number of people, rather than on religious dogma or divine commandments.Overall, ""Theism"" is a seminal work of philosophical atheism, and remains an important text in the history of Western thought. It challenges traditional religious beliefs and offers a compelling alternative vision of the world and our place in it.THIS 142 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nature; The Utility Of Religion; And Theism, by John Stuart Mill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188671.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.
