
audiobook
by Richard B. (Richard Brodhead) Westbrook
PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION
PREFACE
SKELETON KEYS TO SACERDOTAL SECRETS
CHAPTER I. THE WHOLE TRUTH
CHAPTER II. SACERDOTALISM IMPEACHED
CHAPTER III. THE FABULOUS CLAIMS OF JUDAISM
CHAPTER IV. MOSES AND THE PENTATEUCH
CHAPTER V. ANCIENT SYMBOLISM AND MODERN LITERALISM
CHAPTER VI. ASTRAL KEYS TO BIBLE STORIES
CHAPTER VII. THE FABLE OF THE FALL
In this daring exploration, a former minister turns his scholarly eye toward the foundations of Christianity, questioning long‑held beliefs about the historical Jesus and the origins of Christian doctrine. Drawing on historical research, comparative mythology, and a sharp critical lens, he separates myth from history, suggesting that many core tenets were later inventions rather than original teachings. The tone is both academic and impassioned, inviting listeners to reconsider familiar narratives.
The author’s personal journey fuels the argument—his resignation from orthodox ministry becomes a backdrop for a broader challenge to institutional authority and traditional faith. While the work is dense with references and footnotes, it remains accessible, guided by clear prose that balances rigorous analysis with heartfelt conviction. Listeners will find a thought‑provoking invitation to engage with religion’s past and its impact on the present.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (630K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2012-03-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

A 19th-century religious critic and freethought writer, he moved from Methodist preaching into bold public arguments about science, evolution, and belief. His books take on big questions about religion and human origins with a combative, questioning spirit.
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