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An Account of Reason and Faith in Relation to the Mysteries of Christianity

An Account of Reason and Faith in Relation to the Mysteries of Christianity

Norris, John

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162614048
ISBN13: 9781162614045
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 370
Weight: 1.83
Height: 0.77 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
An Account of Reason and Faith in Relation to the Mysteries of Christianity by John Norris is a philosophical work that explores the relationship between reason and faith in Christianity. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the role of reason in understanding the mysteries of Christianity, such as the Trinity and the Incarnation. Norris argues that reason is a necessary tool for understanding these mysteries, but that it must be balanced with faith in order to fully comprehend them.The second part of the book focuses on the role of faith in relation to reason. Norris argues that faith is essential for understanding the mysteries of Christianity, and that reason alone is not sufficient. He explores the concept of faith as a gift from God, and argues that it is through faith that we are able to fully understand the mysteries of Christianity.Throughout the book, Norris draws on a wide range of philosophical and theological sources, including the works of Augustine, Aquinas, and Descartes. He also engages with contemporary debates about the relationship between reason and faith, and offers his own unique perspective on this important issue.Overall, An Account of Reason and Faith in Relation to the Mysteries of Christianity is a thought-provoking and insightful work that will be of interest to anyone interested in the intersection of philosophy and theology.1697. Mr. Norris, in writing to Henry Lord of Colerane, states the following with regard to this treatise. Your Lordship's learning and knowledge in matters of religion and sincerity in the belief and profession of its sacred articles are both so well known, that I cannot be supposed to present this book to your Lordship with a design to instruct you in the former, or settle and confirm you in the latter. There are indeed but too many in the world to whom it may be necessary upon those accounts, but all that I intend in reference to your Lordship by it is only to express my reverence and respect for your good worth and goodness and my grateful acknowledgments for that particular share and interest I have had in your favors. Old English text.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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