Buchanan's Journal of Man, May 1887: Volume 1, Number 4

"Buchanan's Journal of Man, May 1887" by Joseph R. Buchanan is a scientific journal that was published in the late 19th century. The content reflects an exploration of various intellectual, spiritual, and sociopolitical issues of the time, with discussions on topics ranging from prophecy, peace and war, legislative failures, to human psychology and anthropology. The author seems to advocate for modern spiritualism and its intersection with scientific understanding. The opening of the journal introduces a series of articles addressing critical themes, including the prophetic faculty regarding war predictions contrary to popular belief, and a critique of societal norms, particularly within Christian contexts that glorify militarism. Buchanan reflects on historical predictions of calamities, emphasizing the disconnection between spiritual insight and political action. He discusses the illogical nature of preparing for war against fellow Christians while also illustrating how such militaristic thinking contradicts genuine Christian principles. This sets a tone of inquiry and moral questioning that characterizes the journal's subsequent articles.