Joseph Butler
Joseph Butler was an English bishop, theologian, apologist, and philosopher, known for his works in moral philosophy and religion, particularly 'The Analogy of Religion' and his sermons on human nature.
Books
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1. The Analogy Of Religion
"The Analogy of Religion" is a philosophical work that explores the evidence of God in the design and governance of the world, arguing for a rational basis for faith. The book discusses the similarities between the natural world and human behavior, suggesting that as we understand one, we can infer about the other. It addresses the role of religion in human life, the existence of evil, and the future state of the soul, advocating for the reasonableness of Christianity by comparing revealed religion to the natural world. The author uses analogy to defend the credibility of religious doctrines against the skepticism of the era, emphasizing morality and the human conscience as intrinsic parts of religious practice.
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