Length13h 27m
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This radical philosophical treatise presents a powerful argument for non-violence and the rejection of state-sponsored religious institutions. By focusing on the internal spiritual experience, the author challenges the reader to live according to a higher law of love and universal brotherhood. Its profound impact on global movements for social change underscores its enduring relevance as a manifesto for peace and individual conscience.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion, Philosophy
Length13 hrs 27 mins
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Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1. The Doctrine Of Non-Resistance To Evil By Force Has Been Professed By A Minority Of Men From The Very Foundation Of Christianity
2Chapter 2. Criticisms Of The Doctrine Of Non-Resistance To Evil By Force On The Part Of Believers And Of Unbelievers
3Chapter 3. Christianity Misunderstood By Believers
4Chapter 4. Christianity Misunderstood By Men Of Science
5Chapter 5. Contradiction Between Our Life And Our Christian Conscience
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6Chapter 6. Attitude Of Men Of The Present Day To War
7Chapter 7. Significance Of Compulsory Service
8Chapter 8. Doctrine Of Non-Resistance To Evil By Force Must Inevitably Be Accepted By Men Of The Present Day
9Chapter 9. The Acceptance Of The Christian Conception Of Life Will Emancipate Men From The Miseries Of Our Pagan Life
10Chapter 10. Evil Cannot Be Suppressed By The Physical Force Of The Government—The Moral Progress Of Humanity Is Brought About Not Only By Individual Recognition Of Truth, But Also Through The Establishment Of A Public Opinion
11Chapter 11. The Christian Conception Of Life Has Already Arisen In Our Society, And Will Infallibly Put An End To The Present Organization Of Our Life Based On Force—When That Will Be
12Chapter 12. Conclusion—Repent Ye, For The Kingdom Of Heaven Is At Hand (pt. 1)
13Chapter 12. Conclusion—Repent Ye, For The Kingdom Of Heaven Is At Hand (pt. 2)
14IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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