A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion
Overview
Discover a beloved resource of the Westminster Divines. A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion is considered a classic work of Reformation theology. Written in a question and answer format similar to the catechisms of its day, James Ussher’s book is full of spiritual gems and theological insight. Perfect for family and personal devotional reading, this often overlooked volume is a gateway into Puritan history and is essential to understanding the roots of the English Reformation.
Be sure to check out The Whole Works of James Ussher (18 vols.).
- Provides an overview of Reformation doctrines
- Discusses relevant Scripture passages
- Rebuts alternative theological viewpoints
Top Highlights
“By such Means as he hath revealed himself. For God dwelleth in the Light that no Man can come unto; whom no Man hath seen nor can see, (1 Tim. 6:16.) except he shew himself unto us. Not that he is hidden in the Darkness, (for he dwelleth in the Light) but that the dulness of our Sight, and blindness of our Hearts, cannot reach unto that Light, except he declare himself unto us: Like as the Sun is not seen but by his own Light, so God is not known but by such Means as he hath manifested himself.” (Page 63)
“For very Beasts have some sparkles or resemblance of Reason, but none of Religion.” (Page 61)
“The second Notion under which I commend it, respecteth” (Page iii)
- Title: A Body of Divinity: Or, the Sum and Substance of Christian Religion
- Author: James Ussher
- Publisher: A. and J. Churchill
- Publication Date: 1702
- Pages: 530
- Christian Group: Reformed
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Topic: Philosophy and Apologetics