God

The Great Books of the Western Canon, organized by Mortimer J. Adler in the Syntopicon, span 102 enduring ideas—ranging from Truth, Beauty, and Justice to Democracy, Love, and God. These categories trace the intellectual tradition of the West, connecting philosophy, literature, history, science, and theology. Together, they map the recurring questions and principles shaping human thought across centuries.

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The Idea of God as a First Principle and God

by Daniel Fletcher in God

The Idea of God as a First Principle: Unpacking the Ultimate Ground In the grand tapestry of philosophical inquiry, the notion of a first principle stands as a foundational bedrock—an ultimate, irreducible starting point from which all else derives or is understood. This article explores the profound and persistent...

The Concept of Infinity in Theology and Infinity

by Henry Montgomery in Infinity

The Infinite Horizon: God, Eternity, and the Theological Contemplation of Infinity The concept of infinity stands as one of the most profound and challenging ideas in human thought, nowhere more so than within the realm of theology. At its core, theological infinity speaks to the boundless nature of God, informing...

The Role of God in the Moral Universe and God

by Emily Fletcher in God

The Divine Architect of Morality: Exploring God's Role in the Moral Universe The question of God's role in the moral universe is one of philosophy's most enduring and profound inquiries, touching the very foundations of human existence, ethics, and our understanding of Good and...

The Idea of Eternity and the Divine and Eternity

by Daniel Sanderson in Eternity

The Idea of Eternity and the Divine: A Timeless Inquiry This article delves into the profound philosophical and theological concept of Eternity and its intricate relationship with the Divine. We will explore how thinkers throughout history, often drawing from the foundational texts compiled in the Great Books of the Western...

The Nature of God and Theological Reasoning and God

by Daniel Fletcher in God

Unveiling the Divine: The Enduring Quest for God Through Reason The human impulse to understand the ultimate nature of reality often converges on the concept of God. Far from being a mere matter of unexamined belief, the exploration of God's nature has historically been a profound exercise in...

The Nature of God's Immortality and Nature

by Daniel Sanderson in Nature

The Unyielding Horizon: Understanding the Nature of God's Immortality The concept of God's immortality stands as one of the most profound and enduring subjects within philosophical and theological discourse. Far from a simple assertion of endless existence, it delves into the very nature of the divine,...

The Theological Debate on God's Cause and Theology

by Daniel Sanderson in Theology

The Uncaused Cause: Grappling with God's Origin The question of God’s cause is not merely an academic exercise; it strikes at the very heart of theology, metaphysics, and our understanding of existence itself. For centuries, philosophers and theologians have grappled with the profound implications of whether the...

The Distinction Between God and Angel and Distinction

by Emily Fletcher in Distinction

Unveiling the Divine Hierarchy: The Profound Distinction Between God and Angel In the vast tapestry of theology and philosophical inquiry, few subjects spark as much contemplation as the nature of divine and spiritual beings. At the heart of this exploration lies a fundamental distinction that, while seemingly obvious, carries profound...

The Connection Between Angel and God and Connection

by Henry Montgomery in Connection

The Enduring Connection: Angels, God, and the Fabric of Being In the grand tapestry of Western thought, few subjects provoke as much profound contemplation as the nature of the divine and its relationship with the created order. Among the most intriguing threads in this cosmic weave is the connection between...

The Theological Concept of Providence (Fate) and Theology

by Daniel Fletcher in Theology

The Unseen Hand: Navigating Providence and Fate in Theological Thought The human condition is perpetually caught between the yearning for control and the stark reality of forces beyond our grasp. Few concepts encapsulate this tension as profoundly as providence and fate. While often used interchangeably in common parlance, theology has...

The Concept of God as First Cause and God

by Emily Fletcher in God

The Unseen Architect: God as the First Cause The human mind, ever curious, inevitably grapples with the grand question of origins. Where did everything come from? Why is there something rather than nothing? For millennia, philosophers and theologians have converged on a profound answer: the concept of God as the...

The Concept of God's Love and Concept

by Benjamin Richmond in Concept

The Enduring Concept of God's Love: A Philosophical and Theological Exploration The concept of God's love stands as a foundational pillar across numerous spiritual and philosophical traditions, offering profound insights into the nature of the divine, humanity, and the cosmos. Far from a simple sentiment, it...

The Concept of God's Will and Cause and Concept

by Daniel Sanderson in Concept

Unveiling the Divine Blueprint: The Concept of God's Will and Cause The human mind has long grappled with the profound mysteries of existence, seeking the ultimate explanations for the universe and our place within it. At the heart of this philosophical quest lie two intertwined concepts that have...

The Theological Concept of Eternity and God and Theology

by Chloe Fitzgerald in Theology

The theological concept of eternity, particularly in relation to God, is a profound and often counter-intuitive idea that distinguishes divine existence from mere endless duration. Far from simply being an infinitely long stretch of Time, God's eternity is understood as a state of timelessness, an existence utterly outside...

The Concept of God's Will and God

by Henry Montgomery in God

The Unseen Architect: Unpacking the Concept of God's Will The concept of God's Will stands as one of the most profound and enduring mysteries in philosophical and theological discourse. It is the invisible hand, the ultimate cause, the divine intention that shapes existence itself. From ancient...

The Theological Problem of Evil (Sin) and Theology

by Benjamin Richmond in Theology

The Theological Problem of Evil: Wrestling with Sin in a World Made by God The existence of suffering and moral depravity has long haunted humanity, but for those who believe in an all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good God, this reality presents a profound paradox: the theological problem of evil. Specifically, when...

The Idea of God as a First Principle and God

by Daniel Fletcher in God

The Idea of God as a First Principle: Unpacking the Ultimate Ground of Being Summary: The Indispensable Concept of a First Principle In the grand tapestry of philosophical inquiry, few concepts have proven as enduringly profound and persistently debated as the Idea of God when conceived as a First Principle....

The Concept of Infinity in Theology and Infinity

by Henry Montgomery in Infinity

The concept of Infinity stands as a profound cornerstone within Theology, serving as a primary lens through which the very nature of God and the essence of Eternity are apprehended. Far from a mere mathematical construct, theological Infinity speaks to the boundless perfection, power, and presence of the divine, shaping...

The Role of God in the Moral Universe and God

by Emily Fletcher in God

The Divine Architect: Unpacking God's Role in the Moral Universe For millennia, humanity has grappled with the profound question of morality: What is good? What is evil? And where do these concepts originate? At the heart of this inquiry often lies the figure of God. This pillar page...

The Theological Concept of Providence (Fate) and Theology

by Daniel Fletcher in Theology

The Theological Concept of Providence (Fate) A Divine Hand in the Tapestry of Existence The concept of providence stands as a cornerstone in Theology, offering profound insights into the nature of God, the universe, and human destiny. At its core, theological providence posits that the world is not governed by...

The Concept of God's Will and Cause and Concept

by Daniel Sanderson in Concept

The Intertwined Concept of God's Will and Cause: A Philosophical Inquiry Summary: Delving into Divine Volition and Cosmic Origins This pillar page embarks on a profound philosophical journey into the concept of God's Will and God's Cause, exploring their intricate definitions, historical interpretations, and...

The Theological Concept of Eternity and God and Theology

by Chloe Fitzgerald in Theology

Unveiling the Timeless: The Theological Concept of Eternity and God The concept of eternity is one of the most profound and challenging ideas in theology and philosophy, particularly when attempting to grasp the nature of God. Far from simply meaning "a very long time", theological eternity posits a...

The Concept of God's Will and God

by Henry Montgomery in God

Unveiling the Divine Blueprint: The Concept of God's Will The concept of God's Will stands as one of the most profound and perennially debated subjects in theology and philosophy. At its core, it grapples with the very nature of divine agency, purpose, and its relationship to...

The Idea of God as a First Principle and God

by Daniel Fletcher in God

The Idea of God as a First Principle: Unpacking Metaphysical Foundations In the grand tapestry of philosophical inquiry, few concepts have commanded as much attention, debate, and profound reflection as the Idea of God when posited as a First Principle. This article delves into the rich history of Western thought,...

The Concept of Infinity in Theology and Infinity

by Henry Montgomery in Infinity

The Unfathomable Horizon: Infinity in Theological Thought The concept of infinity, a notion that stretches the very limits of human comprehension, has long been a cornerstone in theological discourse, particularly in defining the nature of God. From ancient philosophical inquiries to the profound meditations of medieval theologians, the idea of...

The Nature of God and Theological Reasoning and God

by Daniel Fletcher in God

Unveiling the Divine: The Nature of God and the Art of Theological Reasoning The concept of God has captivated human intellect and spirit for millennia, standing as perhaps the most enduring and profound subject of philosophical and religious inquiry. This article embarks on a journey through the intricate landscape of...

The Theological Debate on God's Cause and Theology

by Daniel Sanderson in Theology

The Theological Debate on God's Cause: Unraveling the Ultimate Principle The question of God's existence has captivated thinkers for millennia, but equally profound, and perhaps more intricate, is the theological debate surrounding God's cause. This pillar page delves into the philosophical and theological arguments...

The Distinction Between God and Angel and Distinction

by Emily Fletcher in Distinction

Unveiling the Divine Hierarchy: The Profound Distinction Between God and Angel The realms of theology and philosophy frequently grapple with the nature of spiritual beings, often leading to a fascinating exploration of their unique characteristics and roles. At the heart of this inquiry lies a fundamental distinction: the profound difference...

The Connection Between Angel and God and Connection

by Henry Montgomery in Connection

The Celestial Nexus: Unpacking the Profound Connection Between Angel and God A Direct Inquiry into Divine Intermediaries The concept of angels, those enigmatic celestial beings, has long fascinated humanity, serving as a crucial bridge in our understanding of the divine. This article delves into the intricate connection between angel and...

The Theological Concept of Providence (Fate) and Theology

by Daniel Fletcher in Theology

The Guiding Hand: Unpacking the Theological Concept of Providence (Fate) The human condition has long grappled with the apparent tension between freedom and necessity, between our choices and the unfolding of events seemingly beyond our control. Central to this enduring philosophical and spiritual inquiry is the theological concept of Providence....

The Concept of God as First Cause and God

by Emily Fletcher in God

The Unmoved Mover: Tracing Existence to God as First Cause In the grand tapestry of philosophical thought, few concepts have proven as enduring and foundational as that of God as the First Cause. This idea posits that for anything to exist, for any chain of events to unfold, there must...

The Concept of God's Love and Concept

by Benjamin Richmond in Concept

The Profound Concept of God's Love: A Philosophical Inquiry Unveiling the Divine Affection: An Introduction to God's Love The concept of God's Love stands as one of the most enduring, complex, and deeply significant ideas within the annals of human thought, particularly in Western...

The Relationship Between God and the World and Relation

by Chloe Fitzgerald in Relation

The Cosmic Dance: Unraveling the Relationship Between God and the World The question of the Relation between God and the World stands as one of the most enduring and profound inquiries in all of Theology and philosophy. From ancient cosmologies to modern scientific paradigms, thinkers have grappled with how a...

The Concept of God's Will and Cause and Concept

by Daniel Sanderson in Concept

The Intertwined Tapestry: Exploring the Concept of God's Will and Cause Summary: Unpacking the Divine Blueprint The concept of God's Will and Cause stands as one of the most profound and enduring inquiries in the annals of philosophy and theology. From ancient Greek metaphysics to medieval...

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