Supererogation, work of
Supererogation, work of. A work which is not required as a matter of obligation in morality, but which is beneficial for the good of others or for the strengthening of spiritual or moral life. They include works done purely for the love of God.
The counsels of perfection (poverty, chastity, obedience) are typically considered works of supererogation. For an example in Islam, see NĀFILA.
The counsels of perfection (poverty, chastity, obedience) are typically considered works of supererogation. For an example in Islam, see NĀFILA.
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Kohlberg, Lawrence
1927–1987
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGIST, EDUCATOR
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, PhD, 1958
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