Wisdom the First Spring of Action in the Deity: A Discourse, in Which, Among Other Things, the Absurdity of God's Being Acted by Natural Inclinations, ... of God Are Explain'd; The Origin of Evil Is - Brossura
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves deeply into the philosophies surrounding morality, religion, and the nature of God from the 17th to the 18th centuries. A departure from the popular ideas of the time, the author posits the concept of a self-existent, omnipotent God whose will, rather than arbitrary choice, is the source of all truth and goodness. Striving to unravel the complexities of good and evil, this book argues for inherent moral truths and actions that stand independent of God's will. The author proposes that God's nature is such that the very idea of an unjust or malevolent God is oxymoronic. Grounding his work in an exploration of the connection between intellect and morality, the author challenges the popular view of a God unconstrained by reason or moral law. Instead, he posits a God whose actions are guided by an immutable understanding of what is right and wrong. Ultimately, this book pushes the boundaries of religious philosophy, offering an insightful and thought-provoking examination of morality, the nature of God, and the relationship between the two. Its rigorous arguments and nuanced analysis continue to resonate with readers today, solidifying its place as a significant contribution to philosophical and theological discourse. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781333856168_0
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