Butler, Samuel 1835-1902 creator text utu 2001 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "God the Known and God the Unknown" by Samuel Butler is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. The text examines concepts of God, spirituality, and the nature of life from a perspective that intertwines scientific inquiry with theological questions. It presents an exploration of what we can know about God, differentiating between the personal God of traditional theology and a more expansive, impersonal conception of a life force or unity that connects all living things. In the book, Butler discusses the inadequacies of both Pantheism and orthodox theism, arguing for a deeper understanding of God as a living entity whose essence pervades all life on Earth. He posits that humans, animals, and plants all share a common spirit and are thus part of a single, greater organism. Through this lens, Butler attempts to bridge the gap between the known (our tangible experiences of life) and the unknown (the vast, unknowable nature of God). He addresses how the characteristics of life can help us understand the divine, suggesting that rather than focusing solely on doctrine, individuals can encounter God through the richness of life itself. Ultimately, the text encourages readers to reconsider traditional views of divinity and adopt a holistic approach to existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2001-02-01 Produced by Elliot S. Wheeler, and David Widger Original publication data not identified Evolution God BL Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2513 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2513 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133059.0 2513