A Discourse Concerning the Period of Humane Life: Whether Mutable or Immutable (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Is the length of a human life fixed or can it change with our choices?
This thoughtful work argues that life span is not absolutely predetermined. It explores how Providence, repentance, prayer, and even medicine can influence how long we live, using biblical examples and classical philosophy to weigh evidence and answer common doubts.
Drawing on Scripture and history, the author examines why good lives are not simply punished or rewarded by fate, and how human actions—faith, virtue, and timely remedies—can affect our years. The discussion stays focused on premise and everyday experience, avoiding speculative extremes while offering a clear case for a life that is not strictly fixed.
- Clear explanations of how biblical passages and proverbs relate to life expectancy
- Arguments about the role of repentance, prayer, and medicine in extending or shortening life
- Examples drawn from ancient texts to illuminate moral and theological questions
- Discussion of common objections and the practical implications for readers
Ideal for readers of theological philosophy and early modern debates on life, death, and divine justice.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book addresses the question of how the length of human life is determined, an enduring concern dating back to ancient times. The author, a scholar of Christianity, explores various theories and beliefs about the subject, including those derived from religious texts and contemporary thought. Through a thorough examination of historical and literary sources, the book delves into the philosophical and theological implications of the concept, exploring ideas of fate, free will, and the nature of human existence. Ultimately, this book sheds light on humanity's enduring quest to understand the significance and boundaries of life itself, offering readers profound insights into a fundamental aspect of the human experience. 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 # 9781333038236_0
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