THE GENERAL RESURRECTION AND EARLY MODERN NATURAL PHILOSOPHERS: A PRELIMINARY SURVEY

Noting that the doctrine of general resurrection attracted renewed attention after Reformation, and atomist revival led to displacement traditional hylomorphism by alternative matter theories, this article surveys ways in which was discussed leading natural philosophers seventeenth-century England. These include discussion how bodily might be possible, what resurrected bodies will like; as well nature living conditions resurrection. It is indicated seems have played a much less prominent place writings than immortality soul, other issues theology. Reasons for lack prominence are tentatively offered, chiefly focusing on its unsuitability combatting perceived atheism time. hoped preliminary survey inspire others extend survey, especially cover Continental philosophers.