How to Become and Practice Deism
Deism is a way of understanding the world and our place in it. The entire belief system is based on individual thought and reflection. However, many people wonder…
Articles
Essays on Deism and Neo-Deism: the ideas, the history, the practice, and religious claims tested against reason.
Ethan Allen: The Militant Deist
Ethan Allen, the famous American revolutionary and leader of the Green Mountain Boys was also a well-known Deist. A militant Deist, in fact. In this article, we’ll explore…
The Threat of Deism
Deism, the belief in a distant and impersonal deity, has been discussed and debated throughout history. While many people find comfort in this belief system, others view Deism…
Rant: The World is NOT 6000 Years Old
The world is not 6000 years old. I don’t want to get into a religious debate here. Religion is important to many people, and just like anything else,…
Know This About The U.S. Founders
The American population has a peculiar understanding of American history, largely due to omissions in public education, likely for political reasons. One example is the lack of knowledge…
Deism and the Bill of Rights
The American Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, is a cornerstone of American democracy and a symbol of freedom and liberty. But…
Lesser-Known Deist Texts
Deism has produced several influential Deist texts over the centuries. Some are especially worthy of note. While the more popular ones are well-known to many Deists, there are…
Life: A Philosophical Look
Life: the condition that distinguishes organisms from inorganic objects and dead organisms, being manifested by growth through metabolism, reproduction, and the power of adaptation to the environment through…
The Roots and Influences of Deism
Let us briefly examine the history of this philosophical belief. Deism has a rich and complex history that spans centuries and continents. In fact, Deism finds its roots…