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“We may observe that, in displaying the praises of any humane, beneficent man, there is one circumstance which never fails to be amply insisted on, namely, the happiness and satisfaction, derived to society from his intercourse and good offices.”

Quote by David Hume

Book:And the human understanding. An inquiry concerning the principles of morals. Appendix. The natural history of religion

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And the human understanding. An inquiry concerning the principles of morals. Appendix. The natural history of religion

This book delves into the nature of human understanding, focusing on moral philosophy and the historical development of religious beliefs. more

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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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Source: An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals

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Book:An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals: A Critical Edition

Source: An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals: A Critical Edition

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Source: Essays and Treatises on Philosophical Subjects

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Book:Ideas and Opinions

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