Deism Quote by Fred Kaplan
““His own deism allowed for a God who, having made the world, did not participate in the working out of its ends, whose management of human destiny only inherited in his allowing the patterns and values established by His will to work themselves out in human affairs. Lincoln's response to his own question is to change his tone and focus.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Review of Lincoln's letters, 2022
Deism sees God as a distant creator, allowing humanity to shape its destiny without divine intervention.
In simple terms: God as distant creator.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human agency.
Themes
theology
philosophy
human agency
history
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- historical analysis
- personal reflection
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
deism
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see divine influence in modern events?
- How does this view affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Assumes uniform belief in deism.
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