"The Inner Life" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a set of essays and reflections that takes readers on a spiritual journey, questioning the roots of wickedness and goodness itself, probably composed in the mid-1800s. It looks at the connection between people's souls and something greater than themselves. The book considers where darkness comes from, using stories and ideas from different times to show how people have thought about these tough questions, which in turn affects one's morals. It begins by wondering about the puzzle of why bad things happen to good people, against the backdrop of the world. The author talks about old ideas, like demons and magic, and compares them to lasting spiritual questions. Whittier paints a detailed picture filled with religious ideas, using the Bible and wise thoughts, encouraging readers to think hard about their own faith, establishing a tone of contemplation on the mysteries and spiritual battles within.
The Inner Life Part 3 from The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier, Volume VII
By John Greenleaf Whittier
Embark on a quest to understand the soul's purpose, grappling with age-old questions of good and evil.
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About the AuthorJohn Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 1866 book Snow-Bound.
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the fireside poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings, as well as his 1866 book Snow-Bound.
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