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A set of concise, 19th‑century sermons invites listeners to explore the doctrine of universal salvation through everyday practice. The opening address frames the human longing for a long, fulfilling life as both a natural impulse and a spiritual duty, urging temperance, kindness, and the mastery of hostile passions. By linking moral discipline to physical health, the speaker sketches a vision where compassion, humility and inner peace become the foundation for both personal well‑being and a hopeful afterlife.
Throughout the collection, the preacher weaves scripture with practical counsel, encouraging listeners to greet enemies with love, to cultivate gentle temperaments, and to nurture a forgiving heart. These lessons are presented as pathways to lasting happiness, robust health, and the promise of universal redemption, offering a timeless guide for anyone seeking a balanced, purposeful life.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (344K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-11-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1795–1872
A 19th-century writer and speaker who moved from ministry into spiritualism, mesmerism, and early psychology. His life mixed religious debate, ghostly experiences, and bold theories about mind and healing, making him a striking figure in the history of American metaphysical thought.
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