The Divine In The Human

By James Martineau

Book Overview

""The Divine In The Human"" is a philosophical and theological treatise written by James Martineau, a renowned British Unitarian theologian, in 1893. The book explores the relationship between God and humanity, arguing that the divine is present in every human being. Martineau argues that the divine is not something external to humanity, but rather an inherent part of human nature. He discusses the concept of the divine spark, which he believes is present in every individual and is the source of human morality and spirituality. Martineau also explores the implications of this view for religious belief, arguing that traditional conceptions of God as a separate entity are inadequate. Instead, he proposes a more personal and intimate understanding of the divine, one that emphasizes the importance of human experience and individual conscience. Throughout the book, Martineau draws on a wide range of philosophical and theological sources, including the works of Immanuel Kant, Friedrich Schleiermacher, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. ""The Divine In The Human"" is a thought-provoking and challenging work that continues to be of interest to scholars and readers interested in the intersection of religion, philosophy, and human nature.THIS 86 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Seat of Authority in Religion, by James Martineau. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766174107.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: 142546355X
• ISBN13: 9781425463557
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"