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“Society today is no longer in revolt against particular laws which it finds alien, unjust, and imposed, but against law as such, against the principle of law. And yet we must not regard this revolt as entirely negative. The energy that rejects many obsolete laws is an entirely positive impulse for renewal of life and law.”

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Book:Moral Grandeur and Spiritual Audacity: Essays
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Moral Grandeur and Spiritual Audacity: Essays

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the realms of moral philosophy and spiritual wisdom, offering readers a deep exploration of these complex and profound topics. more

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Abraham Joshua Heschel
Abraham Joshua Heschel

Abraham Joshua Heschel was a renowned rabbi and Jewish scholar, born on January 11, 1907, and passed away on December 23, 1972. He had a profound impact on religious philosophy, Jewish theology, and moral ethics. more

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