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Title: Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Vertuous or Christian life
Alternate Title: Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Virtuous or Christian life
Note: Reading ease score: 5.0 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Anna C. Haugen, Frank van Drogen, Victoria Dean-Woosley and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Vertuous or Christian Life" by Masham is a philosophical and theological discourse likely written in the early 18th century. The work seeks to address the role of virtue and morality in relation to education and the Christian faith, emphasizing the necessity of right instruction to instill virtuous behavior in individuals and society as a whole. At the start of the work, the author reflects on the moral decay observed in society and discusses the vital importance of educating youth about virtue and moral conduct. He posits that without a firm foundation rooted in Christian principles, individuals may fall prey to vice and immorality. Through a sequence of rational arguments, he establishes the relationship between human behavior, the laws of nature, and divine revelation, while advocating for a more profound understanding of virtue that transcends mere adherence to societal expectations or superficial guidelines. This initial portion sets the tone for the ensuing discussions on virtue in the context of Christian teachings and the importance of rationality in moral decision-making. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Masham, Damaris, Lady, 1658-1708
EBook No.: 13285
Published: Aug 25, 2004
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Anglican authors
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Vertuous or Christian life
Alternate Title: Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Virtuous or Christian life
Note: Reading ease score: 5.0 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Anna C. Haugen, Frank van Drogen, Victoria Dean-Woosley and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "Occasional Thoughts in Reference to a Vertuous or Christian Life" by Masham is a philosophical and theological discourse likely written in the early 18th century. The work seeks to address the role of virtue and morality in relation to education and the Christian faith, emphasizing the necessity of right instruction to instill virtuous behavior in individuals and society as a whole. At the start of the work, the author reflects on the moral decay observed in society and discusses the vital importance of educating youth about virtue and moral conduct. He posits that without a firm foundation rooted in Christian principles, individuals may fall prey to vice and immorality. Through a sequence of rational arguments, he establishes the relationship between human behavior, the laws of nature, and divine revelation, while advocating for a more profound understanding of virtue that transcends mere adherence to societal expectations or superficial guidelines. This initial portion sets the tone for the ensuing discussions on virtue in the context of Christian teachings and the importance of rationality in moral decision-making. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Masham, Damaris, Lady, 1658-1708
EBook No.: 13285
Published: Aug 25, 2004
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Anglican authors
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.