Rationalism

"Rationalism" by J. M. Robertson is a philosophical exploration of rationalism's development and effects, especially when compared to religious faith and traditional power. The work investigates reason and critical thought commitments while handling the challenges and criticism faced by religious viewpoints. The book starts by setting up what 'rationalism means, noting how the meaning has changed over the centuries. Robertson talks about how the term has been used for different philosophies and how it has grown to mean having personal judgment against established beliefs, especially when religion is involved. He also emphasizes how important reason is when judging beliefs and the possible biases that appear, which begins a more intensive look at rationalism's relation to ethics, religion, and science.