02782cam a22003973u 4500 44795 UtSlPG 20260610134029.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 Aids to Reflection; and, The Confessions of an Inquiring Spirit Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-01-30 Aids to reflection -- Confessions of an inquiring spirit: letters on the inspiration of the scriptures -- Essay on faith -- Notes on the Book of common prayer -- A nightly prayer. Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Chris Pinfield, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Aids to Reflection; and The Confessions of an Inquiring Spirit" by Samuel Taylor Coleridge is a philosophical treatise and reflection on spirituality, morality, and human consciousness written in the early 19th century. The work intricately examines the relationship between reason, faith, and the nature of spiritual truth, delving into themes of moral responsibility, the essence of religion, and the methodologies of philosophical inquiry. The text serves as an aid for readers to cultivate a deep, reflective understanding of their beliefs and the intricacies of Christian faith. The opening of the work introduces the author’s intentions and core themes, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and the ability to articulate thoughts through careful contemplation. Coleridge addresses the urgency of enhancing one’s character through reflection on spiritual and moral principles, stating that true understanding is essential for shaping one's belief system. Additionally, he endeavors to clarify distinctions between the faculties of reason and understanding, which he believes are crucial for grasping the complexities of human thought and spirituality, setting the stage for the deeper explorations that follow throughout the rest of the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Conduct of life Bible -- Inspiration Aphorisms and apothegms Faith Bible -- History Coleridge, Samuel Taylor, 1772-1834 -- Religion Religion -- Quotations, maxims, etc. Marsh, James, 1794-1842 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44795 85634 85634