The Vanity Of Moral Life Or Man Considered In His Present Mortal State
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ISBN10: 1161597557
ISBN13: 9781161597554
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 102
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.31 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781161597554
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 102
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.31 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Vanity of Moral Life or Man Considered in His Present Mortal State is a philosophical book written by John Howe. The book explores the concept of vanity in human life, particularly in the context of morality. Howe argues that human beings are inherently vain creatures, constantly seeking to elevate themselves above others and to attain a sense of superiority. This vanity is manifested in various ways, including pride, ambition, and the pursuit of wealth and power.Howe also examines the limitations of human morality, arguing that our moral standards are often arbitrary and subject to change over time. He suggests that our moral codes are largely determined by cultural and social factors, rather than any inherent sense of right and wrong.Despite these limitations, Howe argues that it is still important to strive for moral excellence, as this is the only way to attain true happiness and fulfillment in life. He suggests that we should focus on cultivating virtues such as humility, compassion, and selflessness, rather than seeking personal glory and success.Overall, The Vanity of Moral Life or Man Considered in His Present Mortal State is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, and offers valuable insights into the nature of morality and the pursuit of happiness.THIS 102 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Classics or Cabinet Library of Divinity Theological Treatises V20, by John Howe. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766173577.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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