A Vindication of the Fundamental Principles of Truth and Order, in the Church of Christ, From the Allegations of the Rev. William E. Channing, D. D (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: A Vindication of the Fundamental Principles of Truth and Order, in the Church of Christ, From the Allegations of the Rev. William E. Channing, D. D (Classic Reprint)
Author: Frederick Beasley
ISBN: 9780484853422

Frederick Beasley

9780484853422: A Vindication of the Fundamental Principles of Truth and Order, in the Church of Christ, From the Allegations of the Rev. William E. Channing, D. D (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484853422 ISBN 13: 9780484853422

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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The book defends orthodox Christian truth by weighing reason against revelation and defending the doctrine of the Trinity.

It surveys how reason and faith should work together, arguing that revelation must be tested by rational insight and that the Trinity remains a cornerstone of belief despite challenging debates. The work also situates these ideas within a broader dialogue about Locke, Berkeley, Newton, and other thinkers who shaped modern metaphysics.

This edition presents a thorough examination of how reason, scripture, and tradition interact. It explains how accurate use of reason can support faith, while acknowledging the limits of human understanding when contemplating divine mysteries. Readers will encounter a spirited defense of orthodox doctrine and a critical look at rival philosophies, all grounded in a historical context.

Explains how reason and revelation are related in evaluating religious claims
Traces arguments about faith, the Trinity, and divine attributes
References Locke, Berkeley, Stillingfleet, Butler, and Newton to frame the discussion
Highlights how metaphysical questions have shaped theological debate

Ideal for readers of classic religious philosophy and late 18th–century theological argumentation, this volume offers clarity on the intellectual foundations of the Church of Christ.

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