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Rogers, Henry
1806
1877
Reason and Faith; Their Claims and Conflicts
From The Edinburgh Review, October 1849, Volume 90, No. CLXXXII. (Pages 293-356)
Produced by Michael Madden
"Reason and Faith; Their Claims and Conflicts" by Henry Rogers is a philosophical work written in the mid-19th century. The text explores the intricate relationship between reason and faith, arguing against the modern tendency to separate them into conflicting domains. Rogers suggests that both reason and faith are essential components of human experience and must work in harmony to achieve a profound understanding of truth, particularly in the context of Christianity. The opening of the work sets the stage for a critical examination of how reason and faith intersect within human understanding. Rogers begins by illustrating the need for both faculties, positing that one cannot adequately exercise faith without engaging reason, nor can one truly comprehend all aspects of existence solely through rationality. He references historical theological perspectives while addressing contemporary debates surrounding the legitimacy and role of faith, especially in relation to Christianity. The text lays a philosophical foundation for discussing the necessity of balancing reason and faith in spiritual and intellectual pursuits, particularly in the face of challenges posed by modern skepticism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 37.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Faith and reason -- Christianity
Christianity -- Philosophy
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