Albert Taylor Bledsoe

An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into the Freedom of the Will (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Albert Taylor Bledsoe's 'An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into the Freedom of the Will' stands as a critical engagement with one of the most significant theological and philosophical texts of the 18th century. Bledsoe methodically dissects Jonathan Edwards' magnum opus, challenging the notions of determinism and compatibility in relation to human free will. Written with a clarity that makes accessible some of the heavier theological arguments to the lay reader, this book not only delves into the intricacies of Edwards' arguments but also situates itself firmly within the broader canon of theological debate, reflecting the intellectual currents of its time, particularly in the context of the American religious tradition. Bledsoe, himself a theologian and a mathematician, was well equipped to undertake this examination. His rigorous analytical skills are evident as he deconstructs Edwards' positions. The book may well be an outgrowth of Bledsoe's own struggle with the challenges of reconciling divine foreknowledge and human free agency, a debate that has been central to theological inquiry for centuries. His particular conclusions reflect a deep engagement with the tensions between Enlightenment thought and traditional Christian dogma. For scholars and students of theology, philosophy, and American religious history, Bledsoe's work serves as a meaningful contribution to ongoing debates about free will and predestination. The text invites readers to challenge their own perspectives and deepens their understanding of a conversation that stretches back through millennia. This edition by DigiCat Publishing, with its commitment to preserving the works of human thought, makes 'An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into the Freedom of the Will' available to a new generation, ensuring that Bledsoe's introspections remain a part of our shared intellectual legacy.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 208
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. September 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547333166
• Artikelnr.: 65837459

Autorenporträt

Albert Taylor Bledsoe (1809-1877) was an American scholar, mathematician, lawyer, and theologian well-regarded for his work in the antebellum period. Known for his staunch defense of the South and slavery, he served as a Confederate officer during the American Civil War. Bledsoe was born in Frankfort, Kentucky, and displayed a remarkable intellectual aptitude from a young age, which led him to pursue a diverse educational path. He graduated from West Point in 1830 and had a brief tenure as an assistant professor of mathematics there before resigning to study law. After practicing law for several years, he turned to theology, obtaining his degree from the University of Halle in Germany. Bledsoe's literary style combined rigid logic with a profound philosophical bent, which is evident in his critiques of prevailing philosophical and theological positions of his time. His most notable works include 'An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into the Freedom of the Will,' which challenges Jonathan Edwards' views on determinism and free will, and presents Bledsoe's case for human agency and liberty. The analytical rigor with which Bledsoe approached such subjects has made his contributions a point of study for those interested in philosophical theology and the intellectual history of the United States during the 19th century.