Jonathan Edwards

The Freedom of the Will (Vol. 1-4) (eBook, ePUB)

An Exploration of Divine Sovereignty and Human Autonomy

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Freedom of the Will," Jonathan Edwards engages in a profound exploration of the nature of human choice and divine sovereignty through a rigorous philosophical and theological lens. Written as a response to the prevailing views of free will during the early 18th century, Edwards meticulously dissects the intricacies of human action, arguing for a compatibilist interpretation that reconciles human freedom with the omnipotence of God. With an eloquent, yet accessible prose style, Edwards weaves together scriptural exegesis and rational argumentation, providing a comprehensive examination of moral agency that has influenced both theological discourse and contemporary debates on free will. Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758) was an American theologian, preacher, and philosopher whose intellectual pursuits were shaped by the turbulence of his time, including the First Great Awakening. His engagement with the philosophical currents of his era, particularly those emerging from the Enlightenment, positions him as a pivotal figure in American religious thought. Edwards'Äôs own deep convictions and experiences as a preacher, grappling with the existential questions of sin and redemption, imbued his work with urgency and clarity. Readers seeking a deeper understanding of the intersection between faith and reason will find "The Freedom of the Will" an invaluable resource. It invites contemplation on the complexities of human existence and the nature of divine grace, making it essential reading for anyone interested in theology, philosophy, and the historical context of American thought.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 303
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547670810
• Artikelnr.: 69546521

Autorenporträt

Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758) was an American revivalist preacher, philosopher, and Congregationalist Protestant theologian. Like most of the Puritans, he held to the Reformed theology. Edwards is widely regarded as "one of America's most important and original philosophical theologians". Edwards' theological work is broad in scope, but he was rooted in Reformed theology, the metaphysics of theological determinism, and the Puritan heritage.