The Theistic Conception of the World / An Essay in Opposition to Certain Tendencies of Modern Thought

Name: The Theistic Conception of the World / An Essay in Opposition to Certain Tendencies of Modern Thought
Author: B. F. Cocker

By B. F. Cocker

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The author mounts a systematic defense of a personal, providential God against currents of modern thought that reduce the cosmos to impersonal law or mechanism. Beginning with arguments for God as Creator and considering different accounts of creation and its history, the work examines God's relation to the world through conservation and governance, treats providence in human history and the practice of prayer, and analyzes moral government—its grounds, nature, methods, and ends. Throughout it contrasts theistic explanations with materialist and pantheist alternatives and seeks to show how theistic belief undergirds ethical responsibility and human meaning.

About the Author

B. F. Cocker

B. F. Cocker was a philosopher and theologian known for his exploration of the intersections between Christianity and philosophical thought. His notable works include "Christianity and Greek Philosophy," where he examines the relationship between ancient Greek thought and the teachings of Christ and His Apostles. In addition, his essay "The Theistic Conception of the World" critiques certain modern philosophical trends, advocating for a theistic worldview. Cocker's writings contribute to the discourse on faith and reason, reflecting the intellectual currents of his time.