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“When suicide is out of fashion we conclude that none but madmen destroy themselves; and all the efforts of courage appear chimerical to dastardly minds ... Nevertheless, how many instances are there, well attested, of men, in every other respect perfectly discreet, who, without remorse, rage, or despair, have quitted life for no other reason than because it was a burden to them, and have died with more composure than they lived?”

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Book:ESSAYS ON SUICIDE AND THE IMMORTALITY OF THE SOUL
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ESSAYS ON SUICIDE AND THE IMMORTALITY OF THE SOUL

This book delves into the complex philosophical debate surrounding the act of suicide and the existence of an eternal soul. The essays within examine various perspectives on these topics, offering a comprehensive look at the historical and cultural contexts surrounding these ideas. more

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David Hume
David Hume

David Hume, born on May 7, 1711, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on August 25, 1776, was an outstanding philosopher, historian, and economist. Known for his contributions to empiricism and skepticism, his works have had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy, economics, and psychology. more

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