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Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue

Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue

Written by: Jonathan Edwards
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 Often remembered for his fire-and-brimstone sermons, especially the widely anthologized Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, Jonathan Edwards was much more than a Puritan preacher; he was a profound thinker in the realm of Aesthetics—the study of Beauty. His sermons are rich with philosophical insights, frequently echoing his fascination with Sweetness, a term he used to express a deep appreciation for Beauty. In A Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue, Edwards delves into the intricate relationship between Beauty and Truth, passionately asserting that the essence of Christianity is rooted in its inherent Beauty, Harmony, and Sweetness. - Summary by ExpatriateCopyright Politics, Philosophy, Religion Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Philosophy Social Sciences Spirituality
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  • 008 - Chapter 08

    008 - Chapter 08
    Feb 9 2026
    Often remembered for his fire-and-brimstone sermons, especially the widely anthologized Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, Jonathan Edwards was much more than a Puritan preacher; he was a profound thinker in the realm of Aesthetics—the study of Beauty. His sermons are rich with philosophical insights, frequently echoing his fascination with Sweetness, a term he used to express a deep appreciation for Beauty. In A Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue, Edwards delves into the intricate relationship between Beauty and Truth, passionately asserting that the essence of Christianity is rooted in its inherent Beauty, Harmony, and Sweetness. - Summary by Expatriate
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    18 mins
  • 007 - Chapter 07

    007 - Chapter 07
    Feb 9 2026
    Often remembered for his fire-and-brimstone sermons, especially the widely anthologized Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, Jonathan Edwards was much more than a Puritan preacher; he was a profound thinker in the realm of Aesthetics—the study of Beauty. His sermons are rich with philosophical insights, frequently echoing his fascination with Sweetness, a term he used to express a deep appreciation for Beauty. In A Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue, Edwards delves into the intricate relationship between Beauty and Truth, passionately asserting that the essence of Christianity is rooted in its inherent Beauty, Harmony, and Sweetness. - Summary by Expatriate
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    22 mins
  • 006 - Chapter 06

    006 - Chapter 06
    Feb 9 2026
    Often remembered for his fire-and-brimstone sermons, especially the widely anthologized Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, Jonathan Edwards was much more than a Puritan preacher; he was a profound thinker in the realm of Aesthetics—the study of Beauty. His sermons are rich with philosophical insights, frequently echoing his fascination with Sweetness, a term he used to express a deep appreciation for Beauty. In A Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue, Edwards delves into the intricate relationship between Beauty and Truth, passionately asserting that the essence of Christianity is rooted in its inherent Beauty, Harmony, and Sweetness. - Summary by Expatriate
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    17 mins
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