Publisher's Synopsis
Sir Thomas Browne's Religio Medici: Urn Burial, Christian Morals, and Other Essays is a collection of philosophical and theological essays written by the English author and physician Sir Thomas Browne. Originally published in 1642, the book explores Browne's personal beliefs and reflections on religion, death, and morality.The first part of the book, Religio Medici, is Browne's autobiographical account of his religious beliefs and experiences. He discusses his views on the relationship between faith and reason, the nature of God, and the role of religion in society. In the second part, Urn Burial, Browne reflects on the transience of life and the inevitability of death. He examines the practice of burying the dead and the cultural significance of funeral rites.The third part of the book, Christian Morals, is a collection of Browne's moral and ethical reflections. He discusses topics such as honesty, charity, and forgiveness, and explores the relationship between virtue and happiness. The final section of the book contains a variety of essays on topics ranging from the nature of dreams to the history of medicine.Browne's writing is characterized by its poetic and philosophical style, and his work has been praised for its insight and depth. Religio Medici: Urn Burial, Christian Morals, and Other Essays is a classic work of English literature that continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and readers alike.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.
