What is Darwinism? (1874)

Charles Hodge

Importance of the Question

Different Theories as to the Origin of the Universe, and Specially of Vegetable and Animal Organisms

Darwin's Theory

Natural Selection

Sense in which Darwin Uses the Word Natural

• The Three Elements of Darwinism
• The Exclusion of Design in Nature the Formative Idea of Darwin's Theory

Proof of Darwin's Denial of Teleology, from His Own Writings

Proof from the Expositions of His Theory by Its Avowed Advocates

Proof from the Objections Urged by the Opponents of Mr. Darwin's Theory

Relation of Darwinism to Religion

• Causes of the Antagonism between Science and Religion
• The Evolution Theory Contrary to Facts and to Scripture
• Sir William Thomson on Teleology
• Dr. Asa Gray
• Darwinism Tantamount to Atheism