The Christian Creed; or What it is Blasphemy to Deny

In The Christian Creed; or What It Is Blasphemy to Deny Annie Besant offers a critical examination of the fundamental doctrines of Christianity particularly the Nicene Creed which forms the core of Christian orthodoxy. Written in a time of intense religious debate and intellectual skepticism the work reflects Besant's transition from a conventional Christian worldview to her later engagement with Theosophy. Besant begins by analyzing the central tenets of the Christian faith focusing on the belief in the Trinity the divinity of Jesus Christ and his role in salvation. She argues that these doctrines while central to Christianity are deeply problematic from both a philosophical and logical perspective. Besant critiques the historical and scriptural foundations of the Christian Creed challenging its interpretations and offering alternative readings. Her approach is not merely polemical; rather she seeks to provide readers with a more nuanced understanding of religion questioning the limits of dogma and urging an open-minded examination of faith.