"Religion in the Heavens; Or, Mythology Unveiled in a Series of Lectures" by Logan Mitchell is a critical examination of religious myths and their historical context, written in the late 19th century. The publication delves into the origins of various religious beliefs, arguing that many are derived from ancient astronomical myths, particularly those associated with the zodiac and the movement of celestial bodies. The author positions himself firmly against established religious doctrines, emphasizing the need for rational inquiry and skepticism towards supernatural explanations. The opening of the work sets a provocative tone, emphasizing that fear and ignorance have enabled the power of priesthoods throughout history. Mitchell contends that all religions, including Christianity, are deeply rooted in earlier pagan traditions and that their narratives are often fabricated myths that serve the interests of the ruling elite. He argues that the so-called miracles and divine interventions
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By Logan Mitchell,
A Follower Of Nature.
"Thus does it generally happen in human life, that when danger attends
the discovery of truth, and the profession thereof, the prudent are
silent, the multitude believe, and impostors triumph."--Mosheim's
"Ecclesiastical History."
1881.
LONDON:
THE SIGNS OF THE ZODIAC.
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