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Joseph Butler was an influential British philosopher, born on May 18, 1692, and died on June 16, 1752. He is known for his moral philosophy and theological works, particularly his 'Analogy of Religion' and 'Philosophical Essays'.

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“As this world was not intended to be a state of any great satisfaction or high enjoyment, so neither was it intended to be a mere scene of unhappiness and sorrow.”

World States This World Sorrow Scene Mere Satisfaction Enjoyment Unhappiness

Book:The Analogy of Religion ... A new edition, with an introductory essay, by Rev. Albert Barnes; and a complete index

Source: The Analogy of Religion ... A new edition, with an introductory essay, by Rev. Albert Barnes; and a complete index

“Happiness or satisfaction consists only in the enjoyment of those objects which are by nature suited to our several particular appetites, passions, and affections.”

Passion Objects Particular Affection Satisfaction Enjoyment Appetite

Book:Five Sermons, Preached at the Rolls Chapel and A Dissertation Upon the Nature of Virtue

Source: Five Sermons, Preached at the Rolls Chapel and A Dissertation Upon the Nature of Virtue

“Every one of our passions and affections hath its natural stint and bound, which may easily be exceeded; whereas our enjoyments can possibly be but in a determinate measure and degree.”

May Passion Natural Degrees Bounds Affection Enjoyment

Book:Five Sermons, Preached at the Rolls Chapel and A Dissertation Upon the Nature of Virtue

Source: Five Sermons, Preached at the Rolls Chapel and A Dissertation Upon the Nature of Virtue