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Faustus Socinus Quotes on Truth

Fausto Sozzini, Latinized as Faustus Socinus, was an Italian theologian and the principal figure of the radical anti-Trinitarian wing of the Reformation. This page collects quotes attributed to Faustus Socinus on the topic of truth, drawn from across the philosopher's works.

Quotes

  • Attributed to Faustus Socinus:

    “Reason is the rule by which Scripture must be understood.”

  • Attributed to Faustus Socinus:

    “Christ is the supreme messenger of God, but is not himself God.”

  • Attributed to Faustus Socinus:

    “A religion that contradicts reason cannot come from the God of reason.”

  • Attributed to Faustus Socinus:

    “True conscience is free from the fear of human authority.”