Synopsis
Christianity as Old as the Creation (English Edition) by Matthew Tindal is a landmark work in the history of religious thought, presenting a powerful case for a universal, rational faith grounded in nature and accessible to all people. Written in the era of Enlightenment debate, this provocative text argues that true religion is not dependent on special revelations reserved for a few, but is instead rooted in the enduring principles of reason, morality, and the natural order itself.
With clarity and force, Matthew Tindal challenges the reader to consider whether the essentials of religion must be timeless and consistent, and whether moral truth can ever be confined to a particular moment, place, or institution. The work explores the relationship between natural religion and revealed religion, pressing the claim that whatever is genuinely divine must be coherent, beneficial, and universally knowable, and that authentic Christianity, properly understood, harmonizes with the rational structure of creation.
Long recognized as one of the most influential statements of English Deism, Christianity as Old as the Creation remains compelling for readers interested in theology, philosophy, church history, and the intellectual controversies that shaped modern religious discourse. Whether approached as a historical document or a living argument, it invites reflection on faith, ethics, and the foundations of belief, offering a challenging read that continues to resonate across centuries.
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CreateSpace Independent Publishi, 2016
ISBN 10 : 152321936X
ISBN 13 : 9781523219360
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Vendeur : Webster's Bookstore Cafe, Inc., State College, PA, Etats-Unis
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Paperback. Etat : Good. Contains marginalia and/or underlining. Writing on top/bottom edges and front cover, names and a date. Mild general wear. Binding sound. N° de réf. du vendeur mon0000118953
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