Systems Of Moral Philosophy

""Systems of Moral Philosophy"" is a book written by the famous Scottish philosopher and economist Adam Smith. The book is a comprehensive analysis of various ethical systems that have been proposed throughout history. Smith discusses the fundamental principles of morality, including virtue, justice, and benevolence, and how they relate to different ethical theories. He examines the works of various philosophers, including Aristotle, Epicurus, and Thomas Hobbes, and critiques their ideas on morality. The book is divided into six parts, each focusing on a different aspect of moral philosophy. The first part explores the nature of moral philosophy and the different approaches that have been taken to understand it. The second part discusses the role of reason and sentiment in moral decision-making. The third part examines the concept of virtue and its relationship to happiness. The fourth part explores the idea of justice and its various interpretations. The fifth part discusses the role of self-interest in moral decision-making. Finally, the sixth part examines the concept of benevolence and its relationship to morality.Overall, ""Systems of Moral Philosophy"" is a highly influential work in the field of moral philosophy. It provides a comprehensive overview of various ethical theories and their underlying principles, and offers a critical analysis of each. The book remains an important resource for scholars and students of philosophy, ethics, and economics.THIS 98 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Essays Philosophical and Literary, by Adam Smith. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766190471.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.