An Essay in Aid of a Grammar of Assent

By Saint John Henry Newman | Introduction by Étienne Gilson

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First published in 1870, An Essay in Aid of a Grammar of Assent is St. John Henry Newman's landmark study of faith, reason, and the nature of belief. Widely regarded as his greatest philosophical work, Newman examines how the human mind comes to assent to truths that cannot be demonstrated by empirical proof alone, showing that belief in God is both rational and deeply personal. Written after two decades of reflection, this enduring classic remains one of the most important Catholic works on the philosophy of faith. This edition includes an insightful introduction by the renowned Catholic philosopher Étienne Gilson.

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Written by St. John Henry Newman
Introduction by Étienne Gilson
Originally Published: 1870
Newman's classic work on faith, reason, and belief
Explores the nature of intellectual assent and the rational foundations of faith
Examines how the human mind comes to know and believe religious truth
One of the most influential works in Catholic philosophy and apologetics
Ideal for students of philosophy, theology, and the Catholic intellectual tradition
Page Count: 376
Format: Paperback