Reason, the Only Oracle of Man; Or, A Compendius System of Natural Religion

Name: Reason, the Only Oracle of Man; Or, A Compendius System of Natural Religion
Author: Ethan Allen

By Ethan Allen

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The essay collection presents a systematic case for natural religion grounded in human reason, criticizing revealed religion, superstition, and institutions that rely on miracles or prophecy. It analyzes arguments about the existence and moral attributes of a deity, the nature of providence and creation, human liberty and moral accountability, the origins and degrees of sin, and the impossibility of a trinity in the divine essence. It rejects miracles and supernatural proofs, scrutinizes faith, tradition, scripture transmission, atonement, and redemption, and repeatedly urges the exercise of rational inquiry as the proper guide to religious belief and ethical reform.

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Ethan Allen

Ethan Allen (1738-1789) was an American Revolutionary War hero and a prominent figure in the early history of Vermont. He is best known for his leadership in the capture of Fort Ticonderoga in 1775, a pivotal event that bolstered the colonial cause against British rule. In addition to his military exploits, Allen was a philosopher and writer, contributing to the discourse on religion and reason. His notable works include "Of the Capture of Ticonderoga: His Captivity and Treatment by the British," which recounts his experiences during the war, and "Reason, the Only Oracle of Man; Or, A Compendius System of Natural Religion," where he explores his views on natural religion and rational thought.