Things Rarely Met With: Patience, Unworldliness, Resignation, Meekness, Humility, The Love Of Enemies is a book written by James Erasmus Philipps and published in 1867. The book explores six virtues that are considered rare in today's society: patience, unworldliness, resignation, meekness, humility, and the love of enemies. Each chapter of the book delves into one of these virtues, providing examples from history, literature, and the Bible to illustrate the importance of cultivating these qualities in oneself. Philipps argues that these virtues are essential for leading a fulfilling life and for achieving spiritual growth. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all backgrounds and ages. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of these virtues and to incorporate them into their daily lives. Overall, Things Rarely Met With is a timeless and inspiring work that challenges readers to strive for greater moral and spiritual excellence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.