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Newspaper
The Weekly Chieftain
Location
Vinita, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1912
Page
7
The Daily and Weekly Chieftain invites correspondents to discuss subjects of interest. The paper disclaims responsibility for views expressed. Communications should be brief and courteous. Short articles reach readers faster than long disquisitions.
Kadltor Chieftain quotes El Nathan and an Observer discussing the Bible as a collection of varied books. The piece argues that the Old Testament language was dead for centuries, vernacular translation only recently allowed, and criticizes reliance on Adam and Genesis. It notes perceived contradictions and questions central Christian doctrines.
John Marcus presents a religious defense against materialism and atheist critique, arguing God’s infinitude, matter’s finiteness, and the Trinity. He cites scripture from Job, Corinthians, and John, denouncing atheism while contrasting revelation with human reason. He ends with a call for faith and moral reform.
Editor Nathan Mareus argues the Bible is the foundation of morality and civilization, while critics counter that other works like Shakespeare and Plato endure under scrutiny. The letter-writer asks if paid defenders of Christianity would vanish, noting a shift if Muslims funded counterarguments. The piece ends urging readers to consider a world made by their own makers.
A heated discussion contrasts religious and rationalist views on the Trinity, the nature of God, and the existence of matter and spirit. The piece cites Marcus Nathan and Marcus as critics, questions biblical translation, and argues science as advancing humanity while challenging traditional dogma. The text references Lyman Abbott, Theodore Roosevelt, and Taft interviews, and critiques rationalists versus biblical literalism.
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