Isbn: 9781330344828 - the ethical philosophy of samuel clarke: inaugural dissertation presented to the university of leipzig for the degree of doctor of philisophy (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating historical overview of ethical thought from Bacon to Clarke, while focusing on Clarke's ethical theory, which sought to reconcile reason and religion in the early 1700s. The author provides readers with a detailed account of the intellectual influences that shaped Clarke's thinking, including ancient writers like Plato, Aristotle, and Cicero, as well as contemporary philosophers like Hobbes, Cumberland, and Locke. The book delves into the core of Clarke's ethical system, exploring his ideas on the nature of good and evil, the role of reason in morality, and the importance of education in shaping virtuous character. It examines Clarke's arguments for the existence of God and the immortality of the soul, and his emphasis on the principle of the good of all as the foundation of morality. By situating Clarke's ideas within the broader context of Enlightenment philosophy, the book sheds light on the complex intellectual landscape of the period and provides valuable insights into the development of modern ethical thought. It demonstrates the enduring relevance of Clarke's work, which continues to provoke discussion and shape our understanding of the nature of morality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…