Contemplations Of The State Of Man In This Life

Contemplations Of The State Of Man In This Life: And In That Which Is To Come is a book written by Jeremy Taylor and published in 1702. The book is a collection of essays that explore the nature of human existence and the various stages of life, from birth to death and beyond. Taylor, a 17th-century Anglican bishop and theologian, offers insights into the human condition and the challenges and joys that come with it. The essays in this book are divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the state of man in this life, exploring topics such as the nature of human desire, the role of reason in human life, and the importance of virtue and morality. Taylor reflects on the challenges and struggles that people face in their daily lives, and offers guidance on how to navigate these difficulties with grace and wisdom.The second part of the book deals with the state of man in the afterlife. Taylor reflects on the nature of the soul, the concept of heaven and hell, and the idea of divine judgment. He explores the meaning of life and the purpose of human existence, offering insights into the spiritual realm and the mysteries of the universe.Overall, Contemplations Of The State Of Man In This Life: And In That Which Is To Come is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the human condition. It offers readers a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them, and provides guidance on how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.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.