All time Quote by Matthew Tindal
“God designed all Mankind should at all times know, what he wills them to know, believe, profess, and practice; and has given them no other Means for this, but the Use of Reason.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "The Rights of Man", 1760, by Matthew Tindal
Human beings are meant to know and act according to divine will, using reason as the sole tool.
In simple terms: Reason reveals divine will for humanity.
Key Takeaway
Use reason to discern and follow divine purpose.
Themes
reason
divine will
knowledge
faith
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual study
- public policy
Key Concepts
theology
epistemology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reason with faith?
- Can reason fully capture moral truth?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone may not resolve conflicting interpretations of divine intent.
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