An Account of the Growth of Deism in England by William Stephens

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Author Stephens, William, -1718
Title An Account of the Growth of Deism in England
Credits E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "An Account of the Growth of Deism in England" by William Stephens is a historical account written in the late 17th century. The book explores the emergence and rise of Deism in England, a philosophical stance that denies revealed religion and promotes natural theology. Through a reflective dialogue with various acquaintances, Stephens examines the reasons behind the skepticism towards Christianity and the embrace of Deism during a time of significant political and religious upheaval. In the text, the author discusses several motivations that have led people to abandon revealed religion in favor of Deism. He highlights the disillusionment with the clergy's self-serving practices, emphasizing the perception that both Roman Catholicism and Protestant sects engage in power struggles rather than genuinely promote faith. Stephens recalls personal anecdotes and conversations illustrating how individuals have been turned away from Christianity due to the hypocrisy and incompetence of religious leaders. Ultimately, he argues that while prejudices against the church may lead some to Deism, the essence of the Christian faith remains invaluable and worthy of respect. Through these reflections, he encourages a return to the core principles of Christianity, advocating for a distinction between true faith and priestly interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Deism -- Early works to 1800
Subject Deism -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
Subject Church and state -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 37302
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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