The Nature of Goodness by George Herbert Palmer

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Author Palmer, George Herbert, 1842-1933
Title The Nature of Goodness
Note Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The double aspect of goodness -- Misconceptions of goodness -- Self-consciousness -- Self-direction -- Self-development -- Self-sacrifice -- Nature and spirit -- The three stages of goodness.
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Nature of Goodness" by George Herbert Palmer is a philosophical exploration written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the concept of goodness from both psychological and ethical perspectives, aiming to dissect what we mean by "goodness" and how it operates in human life. Palmer intends to unravel common misconceptions about goodness by distinguishing between intrinsic and extrinsic goodness, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of ethics. The beginning of "The Nature of Goodness" introduces the author's thesis that while goodness is a familiar concept, its true meaning is often perplexing and poorly understood. Palmer expresses the difficulty of defining goodness, explaining that it encompasses relative relationships to external purposes as well as its intrinsic qualities. He elaborates on various aspects of goodness and the challenges inherent in comprehending them, emphasizing the need for clarity and deeper reflection on this central ethical concept. The opening sets the tone for a rigorous inquiry designed to lead readers to a more nuanced appreciation of goodness as a pivotal element of ethical study. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
Subject Ethics
Subject Good and evil
Category Text
EBook-No. 6101
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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