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What does it mean?
Divine law revealed to the world is the clear proof of God's existence.
In plain terms
The laws of right revealed to the world show God exists.
What can you take from it?
Divine law reveals God clearly.

Where it applies

  • religious study
  • faith defense

Putting it to work

  • study divine law
  • reflect on revelation

Questions to consider

  • How is divine law seen?
  • Is revelation proof?

Another view

It assumes revelation is universally recognized and accepted.

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