Continental Monthly , Vol. 5, No. 6, June, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy

** "Continental Monthly, Vol. 5, No. 6, June, 1864" by Various is a window into 19th-century thought and culture. This edition, a mix of literature and national policy discussions, includes essays and critiques reflecting the era's intellectual landscape. A central piece is the sharp rebuke of Ernest Renan's "The Life of Jesus," tackling Renan's downplaying of miracles and his view of Jesus as simply human. The writer defends the historical importance of Christianity, underscoring the role of faith, and arguing that Renan’s secular explanations fail to capture the full impact of Christian beliefs and its widespread influence. In essence, the author makes a case for the divine nature of Christ, dismissing Renan's work as a shallow interpretation of the profound success of Christianity through the ages. **