The Analogy of Religion to the Constitution and Course of Nature by Joseph Butler

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Author Butler, Joseph, 1692-1752
Editor Malcolm, Howard, 1799-1879
Title The Analogy of Religion to the Constitution and Course of Nature
To which are added two brief dissertations: I. On personal identity. II. On the nature of virtue.
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Summary "The Analogy of Religion to the Constitution and Course of Nature" by Joseph Butler is a philosophical treatise written in the early 18th century. This work examines the relationship between natural theology and revealed religion, arguing that the principles found in nature demonstrate the validity of Christian doctrine. It unfolds a systematic examination of both natural and revealed theology, addressing objections while establishing a foundation for the coherence of Christianity with the observable world. The opening of the work presents an exploration of Butler's intent and methodology, establishing an analogy between the natural order and divine governance. He suggests that just as the natural world operates under discernible laws and principles, so too does divine governance embody a moral system that is just and rational. Through his examination, Butler seeks to demonstrate that the elements of moral government are reflected in the structure of the universe, aiming to dispel doubts about Christianity using reason and observation from nature as supporting evidence. His nuanced approach confronts skepticism regarding personal identity, virtue, and the moral obligations of humanity in relation to divine authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology
Subject Revelation
Subject Natural theology
Subject Apologetics -- Early works to 1800
Subject Eschatology
Subject Analogy (Religion)
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EBook-No. 53346
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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