Isaac Newton's Handwritten Manuscript on Religion Sold for $69,870
Isaac Newton handwritten manuscript on religion, concerning a translation of the Nicene Creed and the true doctrine of Christ
A handwritten manuscript by Sir Isaac Newton exploring the origins of the Nicene Creed and the true doctrine of Christ has sold for $69,870 at RR Auction's latest Fine Autographs and Artifacts auction.
This theological document reflects the core of Newton' religious heresy as he believed the ancient Church had corrupted the original doctrine of Christ. The manuscript examines Newton's interpretation of the Trinity and argues that the term homoousios - a cornerstone of Christian theology - was mistranslated, leading to foundational misunderstandings of the Nicene Creed.
His religious manuscripts, suppressed for more than 200 years after his death, reveal him grappling with the intersection of faith and reason. "The sale of this rare manuscript underscores the enduring fascination with Newton's contributions, not only to science but also to our understanding of religious history," said Bobby Livingston, Executive Vice President at RR Auction.
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