A Dissertation on Miracles: Containing an Examination of the Principles Advanced by David Hume, in an Essay on Miracles (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Campbell

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Exploring the Miracle Question: a careful, historic look at why people believe and how claims are tested.

This work examines the arguments surrounding miracles, especially those tied to Christian claims, and weighs the role of reason, faith, and evidence in evaluating them. It considers how early Christian reports were received, how rival theories have shaped the discussion, and what counts as persuasive testimony when extraordinary events are claimed.

  • How arguments for and against miracles have been developed over time
  • How the credibility of miracle reports is assessed in historical context
  • Where faith and reason converge or diverge in evaluating religious claims
  • Questions that arise when comparing different traditions’ miraculous accounts
Ideal for readers of philosophy of religion, biblical criticism, and the history of religious ideas who want a clear, text‑based look at how miracles are argued and understood.

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