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100 1 _aMelegari, Dora,
_d1849-1924
245 1 0 _aAmes dormantes
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-06-19
508 _aProduced by Giovanni Fini, Clarity and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
520 _a"Ames dormantes" by Dora Melegari is a philosophical exploration written in the early 20th century. The work addresses the spiritual stagnation prevalent in society, particularly in the context of modern Christianity and moral decay, suggesting that many individuals exist in a metaphorical slumber regarding their souls and morality. The central theme revolves around the awakening of the human soul to reconnect with higher truths and virtues that have been overshadowed by materialism and moral complacency. The opening of the text introduces a preface where Melegari reflects on the historical and moral implications of societal inertia. She argues that while the 19th century achieved significant advancements in science and morality, it also led to a troubling nihilism that has left the human spirit in a state of decline. Through a series of contemplative assertions, she emphasizes the need for individuals to recognize their spiritual dormancy, urging a collective awakening that aligns moral action with a reinvigorated sense of purpose and authenticity. The beginning establishes a somber tone, calling readers to introspectively engage with their beliefs and the importance of nurturing their souls amidst a backdrop of societal apathy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEthics
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52379
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