A Discourse Concerning the Divine Providence (1851)

By William Sherlock

Book Overview

A Discourse Concerning The Divine Providence is a book written by William Sherlock in 1851. The book is a philosophical exploration of the concept of divine providence, which is the belief that God is in control of the universe and all events that occur within it. Sherlock's discourse is divided into several chapters that cover topics such as the nature of God, the problem of evil, and the role of free will in the world. Throughout the book, Sherlock argues that God's providence is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith and that it is necessary to understand this concept in order to fully appreciate the nature of God and the universe. He also addresses common objections to the idea of divine providence, such as the existence of evil and suffering in the world, and provides thoughtful responses to these criticisms.Overall, A Discourse Concerning The Divine Providence is a thoughtful and engaging exploration of one of the most important concepts in Christian theology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the nature of God and the role of faith in the world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436725658
• ISBN13: 9781436725651
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"