“It is hypocrisy for man to make any other use of his religion, or the credit of it, than to sanctify and save his soul.”
Quote by Benjamin Whichcote
Work
Moral and religious aphorisms [collected by J. Jeffery from the papers of B. Whichcote]. Now re-publ., with additions, by S. Salter. To which are added, Eight letters: which passed between dr. Whichcote, and dr. Tuckney
Moral and religious aphorisms is a compilation of insightful sayings on ethics and spirituality. The book is a re-publication with new additions by S. Salter. It also contains a collection of letters exchanged between the scholars Dr. Whichcote and Dr. Tuckney, offering a glimpse into their intellectual exchanges. more
Author
Benjamin Whichcote
Benjamin Whichcote (1609-1683) was an influential philosopher and educator in 17th-century England. His specific profession and career are not well-documented in historical sources. more
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