The Hero As Priest

By Thomas Carlyle

Book Overview

The Hero As Priest is a book written by Thomas Carlyle, a Scottish philosopher, essayist, and historian. The book explores the concept of heroism and argues that a hero is not just a warrior or a conqueror, but also a priest. Carlyle believes that a hero should not only be physically strong and brave, but also possess moral and spiritual qualities that make them a leader and a guide for society.In the book, Carlyle examines the lives of various historical figures, including Muhammad, Dante, Luther, and Shakespeare, to illustrate his point. He argues that these figures were not only great artists and thinkers, but also spiritual leaders who inspired their followers to live virtuous lives.Carlyle also discusses the role of religion in shaping heroism and argues that it is through religion that individuals can attain a higher sense of purpose and become heroic figures. He believes that religion provides a moral framework that guides individuals towards selflessness, sacrifice, and compassion.Overall, The Hero As Priest is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of heroism and the role of spirituality in shaping human behavior. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or spirituality.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History, by Thomas Carlyle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766130762.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425360238
• ISBN13: 9781425360238
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"