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“The works of nature and the works of revelation display religion to mankind in characters so large and visible that those who are not quite blind may in them see and read the first principles and most necessary parts of it and from thence penet into those infinite depths filled with the treasures…” quote by John Locke
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“The works of nature and the works of revelation display religion to mankind in characters so large and visible that those who are not quite blind may in them see and read the first principles and most necessary parts of it and from thence penet into those infinite depths filled with the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”

John Locke

About This Quote

Source Treat: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, 1689

Nature and revelation reveal religion’s core truths, allowing the perceptive to grasp fundamental wisdom.

In simple terms: Nature and revelation show religion’s basics to those who see.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper insight from observable and revealed truths.

Themes

religion philosophy knowledge wisdom

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical theological

When to use this quote

  • studying sacred texts
  • observing natural patterns
  • philosophical debate

Key Concepts

epistemology theology interpretation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What principles seem most evident to you?
  • How do you reconcile differing revelations?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations can be subjective and contested.

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