Physico-theology
Demonstration of the being and attributes of God, from His works of creationBy W. Derham
Length18h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Physico-theology," W. Derham presents an engaging synthesis of natural philosophy and theology, articulating the argument for divine design evident in the natural world. The book employs a didactic and accessible literary style, using clear prose paired with compelling examples from nature to demonstrate the harmony between science and faith during the early 18th century. Derham meticulously examines various aspects of the physical universe, including astronomy and biology, to illustrate the complexities of creation, ultimately elevating the discourse on the relationship between God and the cosmos within the burgeoning context of Enlightenment thought. W. Derham, an influential clergyman and scientist, was deeply interested in the interplay of faith and reason. His background in natural philosophy and his commitment to the Anglican Church heavily influenced his work in "Physico-theology." Living in a time when scientific exploration was paving new pathways for understanding the universe, Derham sought to reconcile traditional beliefs with emerging scientific knowledge, arguing compellingly for the existence and wisdom of God through the study of nature. For readers intrigued by the Enlightenment's impact on theology and the natural sciences, "Physico-theology" is an essential text that bridges these worlds. It appeals not only to scholars and theologians but also to any reader curious about the foundational ideas that shaped modern thought on the divine and the material universe.
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Rating★★★★ 3.8 (18)
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length18 hrs 42 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 24, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26CHAP. IV.
2FOOTNOTES:
27CHAP. V.
3TO THE READER.
28CHAP. VI.
4AN ANALYSIS OF THE Following Book.
29CHAP. VII.
5FOOTNOTES:
30CHAP. VIII.
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6CHAP. I.
31CHAP. IX.
7CHAP. II.
32CHAP. X.
8CHAP. III.
33CHAP. XI.
9CHAP. IV.
34CHAP. XII.
10CHAP. V.
35CHAP. XIII.
11FOOTNOTES:
36CHAP. XIV.
12CHAP. I.
37CHAP. XV.
13CHAP. II.
38CHAP. XVI.
14CHAP. III.
39CHAP. I.
15CHAP. IV.
40CHAP. II.
16CHAP. V.
41CHAP. III.
17CHAP. VI.
42CHAP. IV.
18CHAP. I.
43CHAP. V.
19CHAP. II.
44CHAP. VI.
20CHAP. III.
45CHAP. VII.
21CHAP. IV.
46CHAP. VIII.
22FOOTNOTES:
47CHAP. IX.
23CHAP. I.
48CHAP. X.
24CHAP. II.
49CHAP. I.
25CHAP. III.
50CHAP. II.
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