orthodoxyA term frequently used by Chesterton to describe conventional or traditional beliefs.
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Conformity to approved beliefs, especially in religion."She was criticized for her lack of orthodoxy."
metaphysicalA term used by Chesterton to describe matters related to existence, reality and the nature of being.
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Related to philosophy that deals with the first principles of things, including abstract concepts such as being and knowing."He introduced several metaphysical concepts in his speech."
paradoxChesterton frequently discusses paradoxen, which he views as containing profound truths.
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A statement or proposition that, despite sound reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, or self-contradictory."It is a paradox that he was largely absent yet also powerful."
dogmaChesterton often defends religious dogmas, asserting their importance in providing a basis for understanding.
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A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true."The priest preached the religious dogma."
rationalismChesterton discusses the limitations of rationalism, highlighting the need for faith.
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A belief or theory that opinions and actions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than on religious belief or emotional response."He chose science over religion, a clear case of rationalism."