History
History, 29.04.2021 20:20, carcamophillip

Each individual is naturally more attached to his own particular order or society than any other . . . We do not love our country merely as a part of the great society of mankind: we love it for its own sake . . . The love of country seems, in ordinary cases, to involve in it two different principles; first, a certain respect and reverence for that constitution or form of government which is really established; and secondly, an earnest desire to render the condition of our fellow-citizens as safe, respectable, and happy as we can.

–"The Theory of Moral Sentiments,"

Adam Smith

What does Smith assert are the most important aspects of a national identity?

a respect for aristocracy

a shared national language

a high regard for the government

an appreciation of the constitution

a common religion or set of beliefs

a desire to keep others happy and safe

Plz help will give brainliest if correct

answer
Answers: 1

Other questions on the subject: History

image
History, 21.06.2019 14:20, smariedegray
What law allowed the united states to claim uninhabited islands?
Answers: 1
image
History, 21.06.2019 16:00, brinleychristofferse
Unlike european immigrants, chinese immigrants in the 1800s faced: a. language barriers b. laws that severely limited entry c. cultural differences d. nativist sentiments
Answers: 1
image
History, 21.06.2019 17:30, trejoste1
Why did joining the american cause have the potential to alienate lafayette and disgrace his family
Answers: 3
image
History, 21.06.2019 20:30, keishlav5183
Why did the united states pass the neutrality acts
Answers: 1
Do you know the correct answer?
Each individual is naturally more attached to his own particular order or society than any other ....

Questions in other subjects: