Quote#God & Faith
Nor does it matter, whether one or two Isaiahs wrote the book which…
Quote byJohn Henry Newman · 1801–1890
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: 'On the Inspiration of Scripture', The Nineteenth Century, No. 84 (February 1884), p. 196.
English (original)
Nor does it matter, whether one or two Isaiahs wrote the book which bears that Prophet's name; the Church, without settling this point, pronounces it inspired in respect of faith and morals, both Isaiahs being inspired; and, if this be assured to us, all other questions are irrelevant and unnecessary.
— John Henry Newman
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