The morality of suicide has remained a central question for philosophers and theologians from the Ancient Greeks to the modern day. Moore's "Inquiry" was written in opposition to the view of Hume and some pre-Christian classical thinkers that suicide could be an honourable act. Moore argues that suicide is wrong, that it opposes the divine plans of Providence, and can be excusable only in the case of incurable and painful disease. His inquiry gives an account of the historic background to the suicide question, the different opinions on suicide throughout the world, and its relation to Christianity. He goes on to consider the "ruinous" and "unChristian" practices of gaming and duelling and their role as causes of suicide. Of particular importance is his review of the literature of the subject. This study offers one of most complete surveys of the philosophical and religious thought on suicide up until the end of the 18th century.
- ISBN10 0344289273
- ISBN13 9780344289279
- Publish Date 26 October 2018 (first published 30 June 1998)
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint Franklin Classics Trade Press
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 436
- Language English