(July 22, 2013 at 8:04 pm)Statler Waldorf Wrote: The Five Principles of Deism (established by the “Father of Deism”, Herbert of Cherbury)
16th century philosopher.
At that time, deists also didn't deny the divinity of Christ (or were smart enough not to while anyone else they didn't trust with their lives were in earshot).
It's evolved since. It's a philosophy, not a religion, and as such there is no holy scripture or inerrant prophets who's words shall be regarded as gospel truth for all time.
Most modern deists reject the idea of an afterlife or, at most, "hope" one exists. Even Thomas Paine, who wrote the definitive book on deism if there can be one, only expressed hope in that regard.
Atheist Forums Hall of Shame:
"The trinity can be equated to having your cake and eating it too."
... -Lucent, trying to defend the Trinity concept
"(Yahweh's) actions are good because (Yahweh) is the ultimate standard of goodness. That’s not begging the question"
... -Statler Waldorf, Christian apologist
"The trinity can be equated to having your cake and eating it too."
... -Lucent, trying to defend the Trinity concept
"(Yahweh's) actions are good because (Yahweh) is the ultimate standard of goodness. That’s not begging the question"
... -Statler Waldorf, Christian apologist