The Doctrine Of The Will: Applied To Moral Agency And Responsibility (1841)

By Henry Philip Tappan

Book Overview

The Doctrine of the Will: Applied to Moral Agency and Responsibility is a book written by Henry Philip Tappan and originally published in 1841. This book is a philosophical examination of the concept of the will and its relationship to moral agency and responsibility. Tappan explores various theories of the will, including determinism and free will, and argues that the will is essential to our ability to make moral choices and be held accountable for our actions. He also examines the role of the will in religious belief and practice, discussing the idea of divine sovereignty and human responsibility. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in philosophy, ethics, and theology. Overall, The Doctrine of the Will is an important work in the history of philosophical thought on the nature of human agency and responsibility.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166373304
• ISBN13: 9781166373306
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"