Van Til's Trinitarian Theology The Representational Principle: An Epistemological Implication
Oct 19, 2022
Dive into the intriguing concept of the Representational Principle and its profound implications for understanding the Trinity. Explore how this principle illuminates the Creator-Creature relationship and reflects Calvin's insights on epistemology. Delve into the interconnectedness of self-knowledge and knowledge of God in Reformed thought, revealing the innate awareness of the divine within human consciousness. This thought-provoking discussion challenges the separation of these forms of knowledge, inviting listeners to reflect deeply on their understanding of faith.
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Godhead's Representational Nature
- The persons of the Godhead are mutually exhaustive and mutually representational.
- This means they fully encompass God's essence and each other, with no part left unrepresented.
Human Actions and Divine Representation
- Man's actions are personal due to the Godhead's exhaustive personal representation.
- This representation establishes Adam's personal relationship with God, seen through creation and covenant.
Epistemological Implications
- The creator-creature relationship has epistemological implications, similar to Kant's focus on epistemology.
- Van Til, however, starts with the ontological Trinity, using it as the foundation for understanding knowledge.