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In order to apply this general rule to every particular
case it becomes the Deontologist to consider, 1 the various shapes
in which pain may be produced – since pain is multiform – 2d
the occasions in which pain may be produced – occasions presenting themselves
whenever we come into intercourse exists between ourselves & others. 3d the
persons on whom it may be produced & 4th the acts by
which it may be produced. All these are important elements
in the side score of suffering. When the free contra other side of the account
comes to be examined – when the good is to be estimated which
existence can alone counterbalance or justify the evil – the quantity of that good must be brought into view – the situation & susceptibility
of the persons who are to benefitted by the resulting good –& when
it is not traceable to individuals, – its existence in the bosoms of
unassignable persons must be evidenced.

Occasions for the illustration of this important
principle will present themselves as they we proceed. Here it was intended
only to give the general caution – & to establish the general
rule. Deductions will flow into the minds of the thoughtful.
They will see that the mere circumstance of misbehaviour on
the part of another will not of itself justify the infliction of
pain. If that infliction will prevent the repetition of the
misbehaviours then indeed the may be wisely & morally excited
– the use of the pain is obvious – but pain must not be created –
pleasure must not be interfered with – where no end is answered
but of which utility can approve. Hence the reproach – the scorn that
are flung upon others in consequence of any irremediable
defect are useless, – cruel, criminal inflictions of misery. Imperfections
whether corporeal or mental, which cannot be controlled or
extirpated must not be visited by punishment. The stupidity –
or wrong headedness, – or ill-temper which are beyond the
reach of discipline – which are the un not curable by attention
are not fit objects for the castigation of pain – how far less is
of that castigation warrantable when it only exasperates the sufferer
aggravates the defect.

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Box	015	Main Headings	deontology
Folio number	356	Info in main headings field
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