The book aims to present voices and visions of all the great faiths of the world. It constitutes the discourses of great religious thinkers of all countries-seeking spiritual solution for man’s present problems-such as War, Persecution, Prejudice, Poverty-Amidst-Plenty, Antagonistic Nationalism, Ignorance, Hatred, Fear, etc. The book condenses and co-ordinates the 242 addresses delivered by 199 spokesmen of all Faiths, Races and Countries during Chicago’s First International Congress of the World Fellowship of Faiths. These significant statements of great thinkers of all faiths: Assemble, from all creeds, climes and cultures, their most essential contributions to that World Consciousness which is necessary for human peace, prosperity and progress. Constitute an unprecedented, epoch-making summary of mankind’s noblest experiences, convictions and aspirations. Present the worldwide life of mankind at the greatest heights as yet attained by human civilisation and consciousness. Convincingly point out practicable ways for still further great, immediate advances. Guide us toward a fuller realization of worldwide human unity-and the courageous, world-controlling practice of the actual Brotherhood of all life. Offer to individuals and groups, all over the earth, substantial help in conceiving-and thus creating-the needed new and nobler world. Mark-and will help to make-a new world era in human progress.
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