Archaeologiae Philosophicae Or The Ancient Doctrine Concerning the Originals of Things - Thomas Burnet - Bog

Archaeologiae Philosophicae, also known as The Ancient Doctrine Concerning the Originals of Things, is a philosophical treatise written by Thomas Burnet in the late 17th century. The book explores the origins of the universe, the earth, and humanity, drawing on both biblical and classical sources to present a comprehensive theory of creation.Burnet begins by examining the biblical account of creation in the Book of Genesis, and argues that it should be interpreted metaphorically rather than literally. He then turns to the writings of ancient philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle, who also grappled with questions about the origins of the world.Drawing on these sources, Burnet develops a theory of creation that posits a series of stages, beginning with the formation of the universe and culminating in the creation of human beings. He argues that the universe was originally a chaotic mass of matter, which gradually became organized into the planets and stars. From there, the earth was formed, and eventually life emerged through a process of gradual evolution.Throughout the book, Burnet emphasizes the importance of reason and rational inquiry in understanding the nature of the world. He argues that the study of science and philosophy can help us to better understand the workings of the universe and our place within it.Archaeologiae Philosophicae was a groundbreaking work in its time, and remains an important contribution to the history of philosophy and science. It continues to be read and studied by scholars and students of philosophy, theology, and the history of science.1729. In this present work, we shall chiefly inquire concerning the opinions of ancients about the nature of things. And this will contribute to the praise and vindication of antiquity. And we shall make it appear that as our ancestors were not blockheads, so neither was wisdom born with us. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.