A Letter To Jacob Bryant In Defense Of Philosophical Necessity

""A Letter to Jacob Bryant in Defense of Philosophical Necessity"" is a philosophical work written by Joseph Priestley. The book is a defense of the concept of philosophical necessity, which argues that all events in the universe are determined by natural laws and that free will is an illusion. Priestley argues that this view is not only consistent with religious belief but also necessary for it, as it provides a rational explanation for the existence of evil and suffering in the world. The book is written in the form of a letter to Jacob Bryant, a theologian who had criticized Priestley's views on necessity. In the letter, Priestley responds to Bryant's objections and presents a detailed argument in support of his position. The book is a significant contribution to the history of philosophy and theology, and it remains an important work for scholars and students interested in the debate over free will and determinism.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.