Philosophy · 20 min
An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals
By David Hume
David Hume radically redefines morality, arguing that our sense of right and wrong originates not in abstract reason, but in our shared human sentiments, empathy, and the practical utility of actions for societal well-being.
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Philosophy
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What it is about
moral philosophy, ethics, sentiment
Who it is for
Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of moral philosophy, ethics, sentiment and better judgment in how they apply it.
The author
David Hume brings a credible and useful lens to moral philosophy, ethics, sentiment, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.
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