Pyrology Or The Connection Between Natural And Moral Philosophy: With A Short Disquisition On The Origin Of Christianity (1797)
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ISBN10: 1120021936
ISBN13: 9781120021939
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 26 2009
Pages: 402
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120021939
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 26 2009
Pages: 402
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Pyrology, also known as The Connection Between Natural and Moral Philosophy, is a philosophical treatise written by William Okely in 1797. The book explores the relationship between the physical world and the moral world, arguing that there is a fundamental connection between the two. Okely argues that the laws of nature can be understood as moral laws, and that the study of natural philosophy can lead to a deeper understanding of morality.The book is divided into three parts. The first part explores the relationship between fire and morality, arguing that fire is a symbol of both destruction and purification, and that it can be used as a metaphor for moral transformation. The second part of the book examines the relationship between natural philosophy and morality, arguing that the study of nature can lead to a deeper understanding of moral principles. Finally, the third part of the book provides a short disquisition on the origin of Christianity, arguing that Christianity is rooted in a deeper understanding of the relationship between the physical and moral worlds.Overall, Pyrology is a complex and thought-provoking work that explores the relationship between science, philosophy, and morality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy or the intersection of science and morality.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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