Thoughts on a Revelation

"Thoughts on a Revelation" by S. J. Jerram explores the idea of divine revelation, written around the 1860s. The book grapples with how humans can truly understand God, suggesting it can't be done with just regular thinking or gut feelings, but rather through revelation. The author talks about what makes a real revelation, believing it needs to be genuine, understandable within human limits, and meaningful for its time. Jerram puts forth the idea that the Bible is a key way to understand these revelations, but also that it requires paying close attention to the language used and the way humans think. Throughout the book, the author tackles common arguments against the idea of divine revelation and argues that the lessons in the Bible are still important for guiding our morals and spiritual lives. The book creates a way of thinking about how revelation is received, written down, and believed, offering a deep look into faith and reason in the realm of spirituality.