“Of all the discoveries which men need to make, the most important, at the present moment, is that of the self-forming power treasured up in themselves. They little suspect its extent, as little as the savage apprehends the energy which the mind is created to exert on the material world.”
Quote by William Ellery Channing
Work
Self-Culture. An address introductory to the Franklin lectures, delivered at Boston. 1838
Self-Culture. An address introductory to the Franklin lectures, delivered at Boston. 1838 is a work that explores the principles and practices of self-culture, offering insights into the author's perspective on personal growth and the cultivation of one's character. The lectures, delivered in 1838, provide a foundational understanding of the concept, emphasizing its significance in the context of the time. more
Author
William Ellery Channing
William Ellery Channing was an American preacher and theologian, born on April 7, 1780, and died on October 2, 1842. He played a significant role in the American religious reform movement and is known for his contributions to liberal theology. more
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