The Praise of Hypocrisy (Classic Reprint): An Essay in Casuistry - Couverture souple

Knight, George Thomson

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332594018 ISBN 13 : 9781332594016

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book critically examines the prevalence of hypocrisy within the church, arguing that it is not only widespread but also often unavoidable and even beneficial. The author challenges the traditional view of hypocrisy as an unqualified evil, presenting evidence that selective pretense plays a vital role in maintaining higher ideals and facilitating social harmony. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples, the book explores the complex interplay between truthfulness and deception, offering a nuanced perspective that invites readers to reconsider the nature of sincerity and the boundaries of ethical behavior within religious institutions. By examining the motivations behind hypocrisy and the consequences it entails, the book provides a thought-provoking analysis of one of society's most enduring moral dilemmas.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332594018
• ISBN 13: 9781332594016
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 88
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