The Philosophy of Integration; An Explanation of the Universe and of the Christian Religion (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1906 Excerpt: ...this person was, riding upon an ass. The answer was, "This is Jesus, the prophet of Nazareth." But where were the wonderful transformations that were to have taken place? Why did not the houses suddenly enlarge till their tops reached the clouds? Why were there no earthquakes, and no mountains flying through the air? The zeal of the poor provincials became chilled in the presence of the crowds of curious onlookers. They began to feel that they might have been mistaken. As they drew towards the Temple the procession became thinner. No person stained with the dust of travel could approach the sacred Mount Moriah without cleansing and purifying himself. Whether through this cause, or on account of their lack of courage, or distrust, or, it may be, through a sense of awe, the followers of Jesus remained at a distance, or dispersed; and He entered the Temple alone. As upon the occasion of His former visit, none could withstand the strange power of His divine presence. He stood before the pompous priests and dignified pharisees, unarmed save by a handful of rushes, alone amidst a multitude of worshippers, vendors, and attendants. A sudden quiet fell upon the place and the babel of noises became hushed. Again the calm voice of denunciation was heard falling upon them with a stern power that compelled obedience. The avaricious hordes fled from their oxen and their money tables unwilling to face His glance. Then crowds began to flock around Him with approval. Sick persons were brought to Him to be healed. Words of marvellous wisdom and sweetness came from Him. Doctrines of sublime grandeur charmed and awed the attentive listeners. Once more the floodgates of enthusiasm were loosed, and loud "Hosannas" were shouted, and taken up even by the childr...