James Martineau
About the Author
James Martineau (1805–1900) was an English Unitarian minister, philosopher, and religious writer. He taught and later served as principal at Manchester New College and became one of the most influential nineteenth-century voices in British Unitarian thought.
Resources by James Martineau
The Seat of Authority in Religion
This theological work by James Martineau explores the foundations of religious authority. Originally conceived as a series of papers between 1872 and 1875, the book presents a comprehensive survey of both natural and historical religion. Martineau examines the presence of God in nature, humanity, and history, while also critiquing what he views as the misplaced authority in both Catholic and Protestant traditions. The book is structured into five parts, delving into topics such as the interplay of divine and human elements, the separation of these elements from Christendom, and the ultimate realization of the divine within the human experience.
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