Jonathan Edwards, The inner witness of the spirit, and experiential exegesis

This essay seeks to contribute to the growing literature on Jonathan Edwards’ exegesis and its importance to his thought and ministry. Many studies have examined Edwards’ epistemology and understanding of revelation in juxtaposition with Enlightenment thinkers like John Locke. While recognizing that...

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Main Author: Hoselton, Ryan P. (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: [2015]
In: Jonathan Edwards studies
Year: 2015, Volume: 5, Issue: 2, Pages: 90-120
ISSN:2159-6875
Online Access:Verlag, kostenfrei registrierungspflichtig, Volltext: http://jestudies.yale.edu/index.php/journal/article/view/214
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