
audiobook
by Charles W. (Charles William) Penrose
Rays of Living Light on the One Way of Salvation
RAY NO. 1.
RAY NO. 2.
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A reflective early‑twentieth‑century essay grapples with the bewildering array of world religions, asking why so many competing claims to divine truth can coexist. The author argues that true doctrine must be consistent, pointing out that contradictions cannot both be correct. By examining how error fuels confusion, the work invites listeners to consider what it means for a belief system to be genuinely divine.
Central to the discussion is the conviction that there can be only one authentic religion, revealed directly by a Supreme Being rather than fashioned by human imagination. Drawing on biblical passages, the author stresses that worship must be rooted in truth, not merely in sincere intention or tradition. The treatise challenges the notion that any sincere worship suffices, emphasizing the need for revealed doctrine to guide humanity toward lasting harmony.
Through clear, logical reasoning the essay explores why humanity cannot rely solely on its own searching mind to discover the divine. It presents the idea that the infinite can condescend to the finite, offering guidance that transcends cultural and sectarian boundaries. Listeners will find a thought‑provoking invitation to discern the timeless principles that, the author maintains, constitute the true path to salvation.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (146K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Katie Duckworth, intern, and the Mormon Texts Project (MormonTextsProject.org)
Release date
Sep 27, 2014
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1832–1925
An English-born writer, editor, and Latter-day Saint leader, remembered both for his public service and for hymn texts that stayed in use for generations. His life joined journalism, preaching, and poetry in a way that still gives his work a distinct voice.
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