Xenophanes and natural theology
By Edward Feser
Category: Mind & Ideas › Philosophy
Tags: Curiosity · Philosophy · Spirituality
Who first argued for God by reason, not myth? In this post I make the case for Xenophanes as the founder of Pre-Socratic natural theology. I unpack Xenophanes' critique of anthropomorphism, his claim that God is one, immaterial, simple and immutable, and how he prefigures Aristotle's unmoved mover.
Rolly's Take
For the seeker who finds solace in the interplay of reason and spirituality, this blog resonates deeply. It invites contemplation on the essence of divinity, nudging you to question inherited beliefs and embrace a more philosophical understanding. Here, wisdom unfurls not in dogma, but in the quiet challenge of redefining the sacred.