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A sweeping survey of how moral ideas grew across cultures, from ancient temples to modern thought, and how duty shaped societies.
This volume, part of a multi‑part history, examines the evolution of moral culture through the lens of many civilizations. It surveys ideas of obligation, virtue, and social order as they developed in early eras, and how religious and philosophical systems influenced everyday conduct. The analysis covers a broad geographic range and traces how beliefs about right and wrong came to guide laws, family life, and communal charity.
- Explore how notions of moral obligation took shape as new social relationships formed and civilizations expanded
- See how different cultures understood virtues, vice, and the meaning of duty
- Learn how religious traditions, from Hinduism to Christianity to ancient Greek and Egyptian thought, intersect with moral ideas
- Understand the broad arc of moral development and its impact on laws, institutions, and daily life
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of morality, tracing its origins from primitive altruism to more advanced forms of social ethics. The author examines the profound influence of religion on moral codes and the role of supernatural retribution in shaping human conduct. The book provides fascinating insights into the moral evolution of different cultures, including the self-centeredness of Australian aborigines, the willful nature of American Indians, the emotionalism of Africans, and the empiricism of the Chinese. It also delves into the altruistic sentiments of the Peruvians and the severe, yet strangely benevolent, character of Mexican morality. Through a comparative analysis of these diverse cultures, the book reveals the gradual expansion of the moral sphere, from concern for self to concern for others. It argues that morality is not fixed but has evolved over time, influenced by social, religious, and political factors. Ultimately, the book highlights the importance of understanding the historical development of morality for comprehending the complexities of human behavior and the challenges of creating a more just and ethical society. 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 # 9781334216121_0
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