Excerpt from Medical Inquiries and Observations, Vol. 2
The inquiry into the influence of phylical caul'es on the moral faculty, and the inquiry into the influence of fpi rituous liquors upon the human body, &c.
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Benjamin Rush (1746-1813) was a physician and signer of the Declaration of Independence, as well as a member of the Second Continental Congress.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the impact of physical causes on the moral faculty, offering a fresh perspective on the relationship between the body and the mind. While the author acknowledges the influence of education and reason on morality, they argue that physical factors play a significant role in shaping our ethical behavior. Drawing parallels between the effects of physical causes on memory, imagination, and judgment and their effects on the moral faculty, the author presents evidence from various sources, including medical records, philosophical writings, and historical accounts, to support their claims. They explore how factors like climate, diet, hunger, sleep, pain, cleanliness, solitude, music, and even odors can influence our moral sensibilities. By illuminating the complex interplay between physical and moral realms, this book deepens our understanding of human nature and provides valuable insights for promoting ethical conduct and personal growth. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330807491_0
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