""A General View of the Rise, Progress, and Corruptions of Christianity"" is a book written by Richard Whately and published in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Christianity from its inception to the time of its publication. Whately explores the various factors that led to the rise of Christianity, including the political and social conditions of the time, as well as the teachings of Jesus and the early Christian leaders.The book also examines the progress of Christianity over the centuries and its impact on society and culture. Whately discusses the various controversies and schisms that have arisen within Christianity, as well as the role of the church in shaping religious doctrine and practice.Throughout the book, Whately addresses the issue of corruption within Christianity, including the abuse of power by religious leaders, the use of religion for political gain, and the manipulation of religious doctrine for personal gain. He also explores the role of religion in promoting social justice and equality.Overall, ""A General View of the Rise, Progress, and Corruptions of Christianity"" offers a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of the history of Christianity and its impact on society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, philosophy, and social justice.With A Sketch Of The Author And A Catalogue Of His Writings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.