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""Enchiridion Ethicum"" is a cornerstone of seventeenth-century moral philosophy, authored by the influential Cambridge Platonist Henry More. This comprehensive manual of ethics serves as a systematic exploration of the nature of virtue, the role of reason in human conduct, and the pursuit of the ""boniform faculty""-the innate moral sense that directs the soul toward goodness. Written during a transformative period in intellectual history, the work bridges the gap between classical Neoplatonism and early modern rationalism. Throughout the treatise, More examines the relationship between the passions and the intellect, arguing that true happiness is found through the cultivation of intellectual and moral virtues. By categorizing various ethical duties and exploring the metaphysical foundations of morality, ""Enchiridion Ethicum"" offers a profound defense of the objectivity of right and wrong against the rising tide of ethical relativism and materialism. This work remains a vital resource for scholars of the Enlightenment and those interested in the historical development of Christian Platonism. Its enduring relevance lies in its rigorous attempt to harmonize faith with reason, providing a clear and methodical guide to living a life of integrity and spiritual clarity. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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