Plutarch on the Delay of the Divine Justice by Plutarch

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Author Plutarch, 46-120?
Translator Peabody, Andrew P. (Andrew Preston), 1811-1893
Title Plutarch on the Delay of the Divine Justice
Note Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Plutarch on the Delay of the Divine Justice" by Plutarch is a philosophical treatise written in the late first century. This work explores the concept of divine justice, particularly focusing on the apparent delay in punishing wrongdoers and how this impacts human perception of morality and justice. The central theme centers around discussions of whether divine punishment is indeed delayed, the implications for human behavior, and the potential for moral reformation. The opening of this work presents a dialogue amongst characters reflecting upon Epicurus’ arguments against divine providence, specifically regarding the slow punishment of the wicked. Several interlocutors express their unease over the seeming absence of immediate consequences for wrongdoers, leading them to question divine justice itself. Plutarch responds by proposing that such delays serve greater purposes, such as providing time for reform and exemplifying virtues like clemency and patience. Through this initial discourse, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of morality, justice, and the nature of divine governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Punishment -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 58567
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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