02616cam a22003733u 4500 73782 UtSlPG 20260610134716.0 m cr n 260607r20241925utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BD Russell, Bertrand, 1872-1970 What I believe Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier To-day and to-morrow series Release date is 2024-06-06 Nature and man -- The good life -- Moral rules -- Salvation: individual and social -- Science and happiness. Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "What I Believe" by Bertrand Russell is a philosophical essay published in the early 20th century. This book explores the author's thoughts on various existential topics, including humanity's place in the universe, the nature of happiness, and the principles that should guide ethical behavior. The work reflects Russell’s skepticism toward religious dogmas and promotes a worldview grounded in rationality and scientific inquiry. In this concise yet profound essay, Russell articulates his vision of the "good life," which he defines as one inspired by love and guided by knowledge. He emphasizes that knowledge, tempered by compassion, is vital in promoting happiness and ethical conduct. Russell argues against traditional morality that often stems from superstitions and advocates for a rational approach to ethical dilemmas, suggesting that true morality derives from assessing the consequences of actions rather than adhering to rigid societal norms. By analyzing the intersection of science and happiness, Russell envisions a society where human beings can achieve a harmonious existence by focusing on collective well-being through love and understanding rather than fear and individualism. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York: E. P. Dutton & Company, 1925 Philosophy Free thought Life To-day and to-morrow series https://archive.org/details/whatibelieve00russ_0 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73782 114507 114507