The Constitution of Man Considered in Relation to External ObjectsMarsh, Capen & Lyon, 1837 - 412 pages |
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... and systematic form , the relations between these laws and the constitution of Man ; which must , nevertheless , be done , before our knowledge of them can be beneficially applied : nor has any preceding author unfolded the inde-
... and systematic form , the relations between these laws and the constitution of Man ; which must , nevertheless , be done , before our knowledge of them can be beneficially applied : nor has any preceding author unfolded the inde-
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... knowledge of mental philosophy , than optics can be cultivated as a science in ignorance of the structure and modes of action of the eye . " " * I have endeavored to avoid all religious controversy . " The object of Moral Philosophy ...
... knowledge of mental philosophy , than optics can be cultivated as a science in ignorance of the structure and modes of action of the eye . " " * I have endeavored to avoid all religious controversy . " The object of Moral Philosophy ...
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... knowledge is truly power ; and the highest interest of human beings is to be- come acquainted with the constitutions and relations of every object around them , that they may discover its capa- bilities of ministering to their own ...
... knowledge is truly power ; and the highest interest of human beings is to be- come acquainted with the constitutions and relations of every object around them , that they may discover its capa- bilities of ministering to their own ...
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... knowledge , on the other hand , discovers in the objects and occurrences around him , a scheme beautifully arranged for the gratification of his whole powers , animal , moral , and intellectual ; he recognises in himself the intelligent ...
... knowledge , on the other hand , discovers in the objects and occurrences around him , a scheme beautifully arranged for the gratification of his whole powers , animal , moral , and intellectual ; he recognises in himself the intelligent ...
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... knowledge of physical science ; they were unavoidably ignorant of the elementary qualities of human nature , and of the influence of organization on the mental powers ; the great link which connects the moral and physical worlds . They ...
... knowledge of physical science ; they were unavoidably ignorant of the elementary qualities of human nature , and of the influence of organization on the mental powers ; the great link which connects the moral and physical worlds . They ...
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Page 355 - For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge; that, if one died for all, then were all dead; and that he died for all, that they which live, should not henceforth live unto themselves; but unto him who died for them and rose again.
Page 359 - Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words, in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
Page 363 - He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son.
Page 357 - Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds. For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation ? The hay appeareth, and the tender grass sheweth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered.
Page 376 - If thou sinnest, what doest thou against him? Or if thy transgressions be multiplied, what doest thou unto him? If thou be righteous, what givest thou him ? Or what receiveth he of thine hand? Thy wickedness may hurt a man as thou art; And thy righteousness may profit the son of man.
Page 359 - Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
Page 371 - For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me; but how to perform that which is good I find not.
Page 376 - So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants : we have done that which was our duty to do.
Page 371 - For the good that I would, I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.
Page 147 - I cannot forbear to flatter myself, that prudence and benevolence will make marriage happy. The general folly of mankind is the cause of general complaint. What can be expected but disappointment and repentance...