Quote by: Joseph Butler

The private interest of the individual would not be sufficiently provided for by reasonable and cool self-love alone; therefore the appetites and passions are placed within as a guard and further security, without which it would not be taken due care of.


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Author Bio


  • NameJoseph Butler
  • DescriptionEnglish bishop, philosopher
  • BornMay 18, 1692
  • DiedJune 16, 1752
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionPriest; Philosopher; Theologian