The existence of God is one of the most fundamental questions in philosophy, religion, and spirituality. In Spiritism, this question is addressed right at the beginning of The Spirits’ Book, showing that it’s not merely about blind faith, but a conviction rooted in logic, reason, and observation of nature.
Allan Kardec’s Question and the Spirits’ Answer
Question 0004: Where can we find the proof of God’s existence?
Answer: In an axiom you apply to your sciences: There is no effect without a cause. Seek the cause of everything that is not the work of man, and reason will answer you.
The Logic of “Effect and Cause”
This answer refers to a basic philosophical principle: every effect has a cause. If there are perfect natural laws, order in the universe, beauty, and harmony all around us, there must be an intelligence behind it all.
This primary cause is what Spiritism identifies as God: the supreme intelligence, the primary cause of all things.
What Is Not the Work of Man?
When the Spirits say “seek the cause of everything that is not the work of man,” they invite us to observe:
- The movement of the stars;
- The balance of natural laws;
- The moral conscience present in all peoples;
- The universal tendency toward goodness, love, and justice.
All of this points to a higher origin.
Moral and Intellectual Proofs
Besides logic, Spiritism also presents moral proofs:
- The innate sense of justice;
- The natural law impressed on the conscience;
- Spiritual evolution guided by higher principles;
- Communication with elevated Spirits who recognize God as the source of supreme good.
These aspects cannot be measured by material science, but are deep subjective experiences confirming the presence of something greater.
Reasoned Faith vs. Blind Faith
Spiritism promotes reasoned faith, meaning a belief based on logic and observation. It’s not about accepting dogmas without questioning, but about reflecting on what we see, feel, and experience.
Blind faith accepts without understanding; reasoned faith seeks to understand in order to believe more deeply.
The Universe as Testimony of God
Modern science, when studying the cosmos, recognizes its impressive order. Precise laws, universal constants, perfect ecological cycles… all this leads many scientists to admit there must be an organizing principle.
Spiritism calls this principle God—not a distant or punishing God, but an active, loving, and just intelligence.
God and the Moral Conscience
The notion of God is also deeply linked to morality. The existence of conscience—this “inner judge” that approves or reproves us—points to an origin that transcends matter.
Even without religion, people feel there is something right or wrong. This “something” is a reflection of divine law engraved in each soul, as the Spirits affirm.
Spiritual Experiences as Evidence
Spiritism is based on communication with Spirits to prove the immortality of the soul and the existence of higher planes.
Elevated Spirits consistently confirm:
- The existence of God;
- His perfection and goodness;
- His role as the source of all that is just, good, and true.
Does Believing in God Change How We Live?
Yes. Believing in God based on logic and morality transforms:
- The way we treat others;
- Our ethical choices;
- The meaning of life and death;
- Our trust in the future and divine justice.
This belief is no longer just a dogma—it becomes an inner strength that inspires, consoles, and empowers.
Conclusion
The existence of God according to Spiritism is not an impenetrable mystery or a religious imposition. It’s a rational, ethical, and spiritual realization, accessible to all who seek sincerely.
By addressing this question early in the book, Allan Kardec shows that everything that follows—reincarnation, morality, evolution, divine justice—rests on a solid foundation: God exists, and His presence is revealed in everything that is true, good, and beautiful.
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