Free and Impartial Thoughts, on the Sovereignty of God, The Doctrines of…
"Free and Impartial Thoughts on the Sovereignty of God, The Doctrines of Election, Reprobation, and Original Sin" is a philosophical and theological treatise written in the mid-18th century. This work critiques the prevailing doctrines of divine sovereignty related to election and condemnation within Christian theology, presenting the author’s impassioned arguments for a more compassionate understanding of God. The text aims to appeal to those who consider themselves believers, encouraging them to reflectcritically on the doctrines they profess. The opening of the treatise establishes a thoughtful tone, as the author expresses concern over the harsh implications of traditional doctrines of election, reprobation, and original sin. He emphasizes a need for open-mindedness and a willingness to reconsider entrenched beliefs that may contradict the moral character of God. The author takes a historical approach, challenging readers to question the morality of conforming to beliefs that could deem God as capricious, and he stresses the importance of understanding divine sovereignty as harmonious with justice and goodness. Through this exploration, he sets the stage for a comprehensive analysis of the interactions between human agency and divine governance, urging a re-examination of the foundational tenets of Christian faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Finch, Richard, 1710-1763 |
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| Title | Free and Impartial Thoughts, on the Sovereignty of God, The Doctrines of Election, Reprobation, and Original Sin: Humbly Addressed To all who Believe and Profess those Doctrines. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Keith G. Richardson |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology |
| Subject | Theology, Doctrinal -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28401 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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