The Age of Reason was written by Thomas Paine in the 18th century. it challenged what the Bible says and critiques religion. In 1794, 1795, and 1807 it was published into three different parts. It was very popular in America and caused a deistic revival. In The Age of Reason Thomas Paine states the Bible as just an ordinary piece of literature taking away from its miraculous power. Which brings me to another point that Paine didnt even believe in miracles. The Age of Reason promotes natural religion rather than a God- based religion. Fearful of what may come of the people's faith, the british governments had forbidden anyone from printing or making copies of this book.
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