On Suicide by David Hume
A Discourse on the Nature of Suicide and the Moral Implications
This philosophical essay delves into the complex and often taboo subject of self-inflicted death, challenging prevailing moral and religious arguments against it. The author presents a rational perspective, arguing that individuals possess the right to make decisions about their own lives, including the choice to end it, without being bound by societal or divine constraints. Through a series of logical arguments, the text questions the notion of suicide as a sin or crime, advocating for a more compassionate and understanding approach to those contemplating such a decision.
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- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- Scottish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 20-30
- Original Language
- English
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