The Natural History of Religion

The Natural History of Religion is a philosophical work by David Hume, first published in 1757. In this book, Hume explores the origins and evolution of religious beliefs and practices, examining how they have developed over time and how they continue to shape human societies and cultures. He argues that religion is a natural and inevitable aspect of human life, but that it is also subject to the same laws of nature as any other phenomenon. Hume’s analysis is based on a close examination of the historical and cultural contexts in which different religious traditions have emerged, and he draws on a wide range of sources to support his arguments. The book is widely regarded as a classic of Enlightenment thought, and it continues to be studied and debated by scholars of religion and philosophy today.The only point of theology, in which we shall find a consent of mankind almost universal, is, that there is invisible, intelligent power in the But whether this power be supreme or subordinate, whether confined to one being; or distributed among several, what attributes, qualities, connexions, or principles of action ought to be ascribed to those beings, concerning all these points, there is the widest difference in the popular systems of theology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.