A classic course of divinity from Cambridge, offering 18th-century insights into faith, reason, and miracles.
This edition presents John Hey’s lectures on Christian theology as delivered at Cambridge, drawing on a long tradition of scholarly debate. It covers how to judge miraculous events, the aims of gospel miracles, and how faith can be examined with careful reasoning. The volume also situates these lectures within a broader historical and ecclesiastical context, making it useful for students and readers with an interest in the history of theology.
- Learn how early theologians distinguished true miracles from impostors and how evidence is weighed.
- Explore debates about the purpose and credibility of gospel miracles, and their role in Christian belief.
- See how historical context and controversy shaped the study of divinity in late 18th-century England.
- Understand the practical concerns of readers and scholars when engaging with religious argument and interpretation.
Ideal for readers of theological history, philosophy of religion, and students looking for a historically grounded perspective on faith and evidence.