General revelation

Christian theologians use the term to describe the knowledge of God purported to be plainly available to all of humanity.

General revelation is usually understood to pertain to outward temporal events that are experienced within the world or the physical universe.

In Eastern Orthodox Christianity, Stăniloae argues, there is no separation between the two and supernatural revelation merely embodies the former in historical persons and actions.

[2] Christian theologians cite passages of Scripture to ground the concept of general revelation, for example, Romans 1:20,[1] Psalms 19:1-6[1] and Matthew 5:45.

'[5]: 73 He goes on to posit a close interdependence with special revelation; 'Revelation, therefore, in its double form was the Divine purpose for man from the beginning.

The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. ( Psalm 19:1 ) — This verse is taken as a description of God revealing his own character through natural means to all men.