The Real Man Is a Spirit Only (Classic Reprint): Knowledge of the Means and Modes of His Creation, Existence, and Subsistence; And of His Reformation ... the State and in the Church (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A clear, practical guide to understanding civil and moral power, and how reform begins in heart, family, and state.

This edition presents a framework for distinguishing civil and moral life from immature or immoral power. It emphasizes that true knowledge, faith, and wisdom arise not from dogma alone, but from living principles in everyday life. The discussion ties philosophy, theology, history, and social life to show how reform begins with individual character and extends to families, schools, and government.

The text argues that genuine virtue comes from active, benevolent use of knowledge and the moral aims of society. It contrasts civil and moral powers, explains how education and example shape behavior, and describes how communities can resist coercion and superstition through rational, humane action. Drawing on Christian moral thought, it explains how spiritual truths translate into practical life and lawful governance.

• How civil and moral principles are formed and recognized in everyday life


• Ways knowledge, faith, and rational wisdom interact in personal and public ethics


• Strategies for reforming immoral powers in church, state, and family life


• Connections between education, law, and moral responsibility in a free society

Ideal for readers seeking a rigorous, historically rooted view of morality, governance, and personal reform within a Christian moral framework.

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