This classic work of theology and philosophy explores the question of the existence of God and the nature of faith. Written by the French archbishop and theologian Francois de Salignac de la Mothe Fenelon, it presents a powerful argument for the importance of spiritual experience and the limitations of human reason. Fenelon draws upon a range of religious traditions and philosophical schools to build his case, from the mystical writings of St. John of the Cross to the rationalist thinking of Rene Descartes. With its depth and breadth of scholarship, this book is an essential text for anyone interested in the history of religious thought.

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