Principles of Natural Theology - George Hayward Joyce - Bog

Principles of Natural Theology by George Hayward Joyce is a comprehensive guide to understanding the fundamental principles of natural theology. The book explores the existence and nature of God, the relationship between God and the world, and the evidence for God's existence in the natural world. The author presents a clear and concise overview of the major arguments for the existence of God, including the cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments. He also examines the concept of divine providence and the problem of evil, providing a thoughtful analysis of these complex issues. Throughout the book, Joyce draws on a wide range of sources, including philosophy, theology, and science, to provide a well-rounded and balanced perspective on natural theology. He also engages with contemporary debates in the field, offering insights and critiques of current theories and arguments. Written in a clear and accessible style, Principles of Natural Theology is an essential resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the nature of God and the world. Whether you are a student of philosophy, theology, or simply interested in the subject, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and perspectives.1924. This work is a volume in the Stonyhurst Philosophical Series. The chief end of this work is practical. There is urgent need at the present moment for a reasoned defense of the principles of theism. Contents: Existence of God: scope and importance of natural theology; demonstrability of God's existence; proofs of God's existence, metaphysical, physical and moral arguments; ontological argument; Kant's criticism and his alternative argument; Nature and Attributes of God: agnostic difficulties and the principle of their solution; divine essence; attributes relating to the divine nature; divine intellect; God's will and his beatitude; divine omnipotence; God in His Relation to the World: creation; rival theories considered; conservation and concurrence; providence and the problem of evil.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.