First published 2018
Richard Price examines what makes human souls valuable and deserving of respect in this sermon delivered at St. Thomas's Church on January 1, 1766. The Welsh philosopher and minister spoke to raise funds for a charity school on Gravel Lane in Southwark. Price combines moral philosophy with Christian theology to argue for the inherent worth of all people. His approach bridges scientific thinking with spiritual belief, drawing on his credentials as a Fellow of the Royal Society. The sermon explores why humanity deserves divine attention and care. Price delivered his message during a time when printing presses spread new ideas widely and knowledge grew rapidly. The charity school children who benefited from his appearance embody his central argument about human dignity transcending social class. This work offers readers insight into 18th-century moral philosophy and the intersection of reason and faith in understanding human nature.
Genres: history, philosophy, christian, religion, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: bridge-of-science-and-spirituality
Setting: Gravel-Lane, Southwark, St. Thomas's Church
Period: 1766
36 pages · Hardcover · Gale Ecco, Print Editions