Dawkins Letters The edition by David Robertson Religion Spirituality eBooks
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When Richard Dawkins published 'The God Delusion', David Robertson wanted there to be an intelligent Christian response. After some ill thought through interventions in the media it was obvious that no one was really going to answer the real issues so David Robertson wrote an open letter to Richard Dawkins on his church website. This has found its way into Richard Dawkins' website, where it generated the largest response of any posting up to that time. Since then it has been the source of continued discussion - being a critical part of the largest discussion since that time as his book was officially reviewed on the website.
The ferocity of the responses and the shallowness of the thinking that it exhibited, spurred David to write this book. Christians need to know where Dawkins is weak and we need to explain things better! It draws upon David's experience as a debater, letter writer, pastor and author.
This is a very honest book. It agrees with Dawkins where appropriate but also does not hesitate to point out where some of his thinking does not hold together - It is written in a gentle spirit of enquiry.
David Robertson is pastor of St Peter's Free Church of Scotland, Dundee.
"The content is excellent. It's a fun, engaging read that seeks to be as charitable as possible (with an obviously virulent opponent) while not shrinking back from pointing out and exposing the fallacious, emotional, and often-childish arguments constantly employed by Dawkins."
Ligon Duncan ~ Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, Mississippi
Note from the author The poster, 'richarddawkins.net' (is this an official view?) accuses me of lying and gives the example of the quotes on the cover of the book having been made up. From a Christian perspective this accusation of lying by either myself or CFP is very serious. Lying for Jesus is obviously self contradictory and wrong. The example that the poster gives is just wrong. All the quotes came from the Dawkins website, were seen by many people, and I have copies of them all. However over 300 posts were removed from that particular thread - including many of my own posts and all the ones referred to in the book. Perhaps it was just a coincidence but whatever the case those quotes did exist. If the poster is writing on behalf of richarddawkins.net, they know this and therefore are themselves not telling the truth. It is not the first time that a lie is told in order to accuse others of lying. It is very strange that richarddawkins.net are so keen to accuse me of lying, it indicates a certain level of desperation. They are struggling to answer 'The Dawkins Letters' and so have to revert to attacking the author.
David Robertson ~ Pastor of St Peter's Free Church of Scotland, Dundee
"The shortest, the cheapest and in some ways the sharpest book is The Dawkins Letters...clever, humourous and right to the point."
Ron Ferguson, Life & Work, Church of Scotland magazine
"This book is a refreshing, excellent read...I wouldn't hesitate to pass this book on to a non-Christian, atheistically-persuaded friend."
Hannah Wooley, Evangelical Magazine, Evangelical Movement of Wales
This book is a more than useful contribution to the 'Dawkins Debate' and one which has helped me to understand more about the flawed arguments contained within 'The God Delusion'. The book comprises a series of ten letters to Dawkins, the first of which was published on Dawkins' own website, which counter the arguments in Dawkins' book chapter by chapter. Robertson is clearly well-read and marshals his arguments in a balanced and intellectually sound way. But this is not an inaccessible academic treatise; he writes clearly and understandably in such a way that most people will be able to grasp the arguments easily. He avoids the temptation to 'rubbish' Dawkins, just dismantles and challenges his arguments frankly and cohesively. The final letter (to the reader) "Why Believe", contains a very useful and exten
Dawkins Letters The edition by David Robertson Religion Spirituality eBooks
This is the second book by Robertson that I've read in a row...in fact I was reading this and Magnificent Obsession simultaneously for a couple of days.It has considerable similarities with Magnificent Obsession, not least the letter format. However, here Robertson is addressing a real person - Dawkins - rather than a fictional composite, as in the other book.
It's also similar in content, though it works through Dawkins' book, The God Delusion chapter by chapter, critiquing its theological/ideological statements. (They're aren't many of the former to critique, of course.)
Like several other authors I've read he has no difficulty finding huge holes in Dawkins' statements. Even though Robertson may not convince atheists about what he has to say, he certainly shows that they have little base to argue from. That, and the fact the vitriol and verbal abuse seem to be the main approach to anyone who dares to debate with them doesn't say much for their 'truth/faith.'
One of the best things in the book is a piece written by an atheist who has since come to faith. It's at the very end of the book, and is honest and shot through with truth.
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Dawkins Letters The edition by David Robertson Religion Spirituality eBooks Reviews
Greatly enjoyed Mr. Robertson's response to Mr. Dawkins. Gracious, respectful, thoughtful, and articulate. I am grateful that someone was willing to take the time and effort to take Mr. Dawkins to task, and expose his arguments for the empty shell that they are.
As a believer I have often wondered why atheists do not believe. After all it takes a lot of faith to be an atheist, so why not believe in God? This book goes into quite a bit of detail exposing their false & empty faith'
Very polite and gentle response to an angry man.
1. Humorous, but not hurtful.
2. Deals well with the Hate speech toward him.
3. Challenging and very well read & quoted Apologetic response.
The Dawkins Letters show that Richard Dawkins' arguments just don't stand up to an intelligent rebuttal from an intelligent person. Frankly, after reading these letters rebutting his arguments one wonders just where he gets his support; how can people follow the hollowness of his thoughts? It confirms to me that there are a lot of folks out there in certain fields that are very intelligent and respected in that particular field and stumble into the double-digit IQ area when they get into something that is clearly over their heads and then find that they can make a buck by writing, speaking, etc.
A quick and easy read; I highly recommend this book.
Great book very well written and serves as a valuable tool
A great response by an "average guy". I think David gives thoughtful insights and honest opinion. I've read several of Dawkins books and had numerous thoughts that were similar. The author gives his opinions in I think a reasoned and thoughtful way. I sense some grace and humility which I must say seems lacking in Dr. Dawkins books. There are always two sides to any argument and I'm glad Robertson stated his. A good book for an average person like myself.
This is the second book by Robertson that I've read in a row...in fact I was reading this and Magnificent Obsession simultaneously for a couple of days.
It has considerable similarities with Magnificent Obsession, not least the letter format. However, here Robertson is addressing a real person - Dawkins - rather than a fictional composite, as in the other book.
It's also similar in content, though it works through Dawkins' book, The God Delusion chapter by chapter, critiquing its theological/ideological statements. (They're aren't many of the former to critique, of course.)
Like several other authors I've read he has no difficulty finding huge holes in Dawkins' statements. Even though Robertson may not convince atheists about what he has to say, he certainly shows that they have little base to argue from. That, and the fact the vitriol and verbal abuse seem to be the main approach to anyone who dares to debate with them doesn't say much for their 'truth/faith.'
One of the best things in the book is a piece written by an atheist who has since come to faith. It's at the very end of the book, and is honest and shot through with truth.
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