Pianalto, Matthew

On Patience

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ISBN 13:: 9781498528221
author:: Pianalto, Matthew
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Lexington Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 178
Dimensions:: 23 x 15.2 x 1.2 centimetres (0.2
Genre:: Nonfiction, Philosophy, Ethics & Morals,
Condition:: New
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Patience is often misunderstood as simply waiting for something to happen. However, this narrow view fails to capture the full richness of patience, which encompasses tolerance, perseverance, and even opposition to anger. In "On Patience", Matthew Pianalto offers a broader understanding of this virtue, drawing on philosophical and religious sources. By exploring the complexities of patience, Pianalto sheds light on its connections to other moral strengths, such as courage, justice, love, and hope. This nuanced examination is particularly relevant for those interested in virtue ethics and moral philosophy. Pianalto's work provides a fresh perspective on the importance of patience, one that can inform our everyday lives and personal growth.

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