While the Jeffersonian did not flatly deny the Creator's power to perform miracles, he admired His refusal to do so.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jeffersonians admired God for choosing not to perform miracles.
- In plain terms
- They liked that God did not interfere with nature often.
- What can you take from it?
- A natural order without intervention is preferred by some.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do some prefer a non-interfering divine?
- How does this view affect faith?
Another view
Belief in miracles remains strong for many people.
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