ISBN: 9781527651531 - the works of the learned benjamin whichcote, d.d., rector of st. lawrence jewry, london, vol. 1 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical evolution of the concept of charity as expressed and understood by diverse religious and philosophical traditions over centuries. The author traces the many manifestations of charity as it transformed from an early religious imperative to a humanistic ideal and finally to its modern secular expressions. The text offers philosophical and historical reflections on the nature of charity, its complexities, contradictions, and its resilience. Through rich historical research and nuanced philosophical analysis, the author investigates the function of charity in forging social connections, developing social welfare, and evolving political systems. This book will appeal to scholars, students, and general readers interested in religious studies, the history of ideas, and the development of social thought. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the development of the concept of charity and its enduring significance today. 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.…