The Doctrine of Divine Providence Opened and Applied

By Increase Mather

Book Overview

""The Doctrine of Divine Providence Opened and Applied"" is a religious book written by Increase Mather, a prominent Puritan minister and theologian in colonial America. The book delves into the concept of divine providence, which refers to the belief that God controls and directs all events in the world for a specific purpose. Mather explores this theme through biblical texts and theological discussions, offering insights into how believers can understand and apply this doctrine in their daily lives. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of divine providence, including its relationship to human free will, the problem of evil, and the role of prayer. Mather's writing is characterized by his deep faith and intellectual rigor, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian theology or the Puritan tradition in America.1684. Also sundry other sermons on several other subjects. Discourses concerning the divine providence are ever seasonable, and may become profitable. The present Prosperity of the Wicked and the long continued Afflictions of the Righteous is that which proves an unhappy stumbling block to those that perish. But, they who believe that there is another and an eternal world, which all men do at death enter into, see through this dark objection. Written in Old English.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: 1162614129
• ISBN13: 9781162614120
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"