Puhtauden ihanne by Arvid Järnefelt
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"Puhtauden ihanne" by Arvid Järnefelt is a philosophical treatise and self-help work written in the late 19th century. The text delves into the nature of human desires, particularly focusing on sexuality, sin, and moral responsibility, while addressing broader existential questions about human development and guidance through religious understanding. The opening of the book presents the author’s reflections on his previous work, "Heräämiseni," and addresses the inquiries he received from both parents and
young individuals seeking guidance on overcoming sinful desires. Järnefelt articulates the complex nature of human impulses that manifest even in childhood, emphasizing the struggle against these impulses and the moral weight carried by parents in guiding their children. The introduction sets a contemplative tone, inviting readers to explore the relationship between faith, moral conduct, and personal responsibility in the face of innate desires, as well as the psychological and spiritual dimensions of human behavior. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Järnefelt, Arvid, 1861-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | Puhtauden ihanne |
| Contents | Esipuhe -- Vietti lapsuudessa -- Vietti nuorukaisijässä -- Elämänohjeen voi antaa ainoastaan uskonto -- Liite -- Eräs kirje. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 25.4 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish essays |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47482 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 264 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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