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The Art Of Contentment (1677)

The Art Of Contentment (1677)

Allestree, Richard

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ISBN10: 1165779765
ISBN13: 9781165779765
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Art of Contentment is a philosophical and religious treatise written by the English divine Richard Allestree in 1677. The book is a guide to achieving contentment and happiness through spiritual and moral principles. Allestree argues that true contentment is not found in material possessions or worldly success, but rather in a deep and abiding relationship with God. He offers practical advice on how to cultivate this relationship, including prayer, meditation, and self-examination. The Art of Contentment also explores the nature of human desire and the dangers of excessive ambition and greed. Allestree draws on a range of classical and biblical sources to support his arguments, and his prose is clear and accessible. The book was widely read and influential in its time, and continues to be a valuable resource for anyone seeking to live a more fulfilled and meaningful life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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