Bypass Quote by Jonathan Edwards
“All truth is given by revelation, either general or special, and it must be received by reason. Reason is the God-given means for discovering the truth that God discloses, whether in his world or his Word. While God wants to reach the heart with truth, he does not bypass the mind.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Nature of Truth, 1740
Truth comes from divine revelation and must be processed by human reason, which is God‑given.
In simple terms: Revelation plus reason yields truth.
Key Takeaway
Use reason to interpret divine messages.
Themes
theity
reason
faith
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theology study
- personal belief
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Divine revelation
rationalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance revelation and reason?
- Can reason fully grasp divine truth?
A Different Perspective
Reason may be limited by human bias.
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