Bible Quote by Thomas Paine
““It is a duty incumbent on every true deist, that he vindicates the moral justice of God against the calumnies of the Bible.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Age of Reason, 1794
Advocates that deists must defend God’s moral justice against biblical criticism.
In simple terms: Deists should argue for moral justice beyond scripture.
Key Takeaway
Defend ethical principles with reason.
Themes
religion
morality
reason
deism
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- debates on religion
- academic writing
- public speaking
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
theology
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reason and emotion in moral judgments?
- What evidence supports your view of divine justice?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on reason may overlook emotional aspects of faith.
