George De Benneville Quotes

A collection of quotes by George De Benneville.

George De Benneville (1703-1793) was an influential figure in the early history of American Universalism. Born in London, England, he was raised in the Anglican faith and trained as a physician. De Benneville immigrated to America in 1741 and settled in Pennsylvania.

While practicing medicine, De Benneville had a transformative spiritual experience that led him to question traditional Christian doctrines of damnation and eternal punishment. He embraced the belief in universal salvation, the idea that all souls would ultimately be reconciled with God.

De Benneville became a prominent preacher, spreading his message of universal love and salvation throughout the colonies. He traveled extensively, delivering sermons and healing the sick. His charismatic presence and passionate sermons drew large audiences, and he gained a devoted following.

In addition to his religious pursuits, De Benneville was also an advocate for interfaith dialogue and harmony. He believed in the unity of all religions and encouraged tolerance and understanding between different faith traditions.

George De Benneville’s theology and preaching laid the foundation for the development of Universalism in America. He is considered one of the pioneers of the Universalist movement, which eventually merged with the Unitarian movement to form the Unitarian Universalist Association.

De Benneville's writings and teachings continue to inspire and shape the beliefs of many Unitarian Universalists and other individuals who hold to the principles of universal love and salvation.