Albert Taylor Bledsoe

An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry Into the Freedom of the Will

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Produktbeschreibung

Delve into the complex debate surrounding free will and determinism with Albert Bledsoe's "An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into The Freedom of the Will." This meticulously prepared print edition offers a deep exploration of Jonathan Edwards' pivotal work and its lasting impact on theology and philosophy. Bledsoe provides a detailed analysis of Edwards' arguments, engaging with profound questions about human agency, moral responsibility, and the nature of God. Explore the intricacies of metaphysics and ethics as the author dissects Edwards' perspective on free will. This volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the historical development of ideas surrounding free will, predestination, and their intersection with religious belief. A significant contribution to the ongoing discourse between philosophy and religion, "An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into The Freedom of the Will" invites readers to grapple with timeless questions that continue to shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 146
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 213g
• ISBN-13: 9781023407489
• ISBN-10: 1023407485
• Artikelnr.: 74019571

Autorenporträt

Albert Taylor Bledsoe (1809-1877) was an American scholar, mathematician, lawyer, and theologian well-regarded for his work in the antebellum period. Known for his staunch defense of the South and slavery, he served as a Confederate officer during the American Civil War. Bledsoe was born in Frankfort, Kentucky, and displayed a remarkable intellectual aptitude from a young age, which led him to pursue a diverse educational path. He graduated from West Point in 1830 and had a brief tenure as an assistant professor of mathematics there before resigning to study law. After practicing law for several years, he turned to theology, obtaining his degree from the University of Halle in Germany. Bledsoe's literary style combined rigid logic with a profound philosophical bent, which is evident in his critiques of prevailing philosophical and theological positions of his time. His most notable works include 'An Examination of President Edwards' Inquiry into the Freedom of the Will,' which challenges Jonathan Edwards' views on determinism and free will, and presents Bledsoe's case for human agency and liberty. The analytical rigor with which Bledsoe approached such subjects has made his contributions a point of study for those interested in philosophical theology and the intellectual history of the United States during the 19th century.