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“The Art of Contentment” by Richard Allestree is a timeless work that masterfully considers the profound Christian virtue of contentment.
《知足的艺术》（The Art of Contentment）是理查德·阿莱斯特里（Richard Allestree）的一部经典之作，巧妙地探讨了深刻的基督徒美德——知足。
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Preserving his original text, while updating antiquated words to modern English, Monergism Books brings Allestree’s rich theological insights to a contemporary audience.
在保留他原始文本的基础上，同时将过时词汇更新为现代英语，Monergism Books（单恩主义图书）将阿莱斯特里丰富的神学洞见带给了当代读者。
Allestree’s treatise begins by exploring the necessary connection between happiness and contentment, grounding his arguments in the absolute sovereignty and unlimited bounty of God.
阿莱斯特里的论文从探讨幸福与知足之间的必要联系入手，并将他的论点建立在上帝绝对的主权与无限的恩赐上。
He eloquently discusses how our temporal sufferings are vastly outweighed by the surplus of divine blessings we receive.
他雄辩地论述了我们今生的苦难被所蒙受的上帝恩典的余溢远远超越。
This thoughtful examination leads readers to a deeper understanding of God’s providence and the advantages found in life’s afflictions, urging them to compare their misfortunes with others to gain a sense of proportion and gratitude.
这种深思的探讨引导读者对上帝的护理和受苦中的益处有更深刻的认识，并敦促他们比较自己的不幸与他人，从而获得一种比例感与感恩之心。
One of the book’s strengths lies in its practical guidance on how to achieve contentment.
该书的一个优点在于其关于如何实现知足的实用指导。
Allestree offers particular aids for gaining this virtue, including resignation to God’s will and a recognition of the sufficiency found in His provisions.
阿莱斯特里提出了获得这种美德的具体帮助，包括顺服上帝的旨意以及认识到祂供应之充足。
He emphasizes that true contentment stems from understanding that all we have is by God’s grace and mercy, which should inspire a profound sense of thankfulness and peace.
他强调，真正的知足源于明白我们的一切都出自上帝的恩典与怜悯，这应当激发我们内心深处的感恩与平安。
The appeal of “The Art of Contentment” extends beyond its theological depth; it is a manual for living a life of inner peace amidst external turmoil.
《知足的艺术》的吸引力不仅限于其神学深度；它还是一本在外界纷扰中追求内心平安的生活指南。
Allestree’s reflections are both convicting and comforting, challenging readers to reorient their hearts and minds towards a godly perspective on material and spiritual blessings.
阿莱斯特里的省思既令人省悟又带来安慰，挑战读者重新调整其内心和思想，以一种属神的视角看待物质与属灵的祝福。
This work is a must-read for anyone seeking to cultivate a spirit of contentment and joy in their Christian walk.
对于任何希望在其基督信仰旅程中培养知足与喜乐心灵的人来说，这本书是必读之作。
Allestree’s insights provide timeless wisdom that speaks directly to the restless heart, offering a pathway to serene and steadfast faith.
阿莱斯特里的洞见提供了穿越时空的智慧，直击不安的心灵，为读者开辟了一条通往安宁且坚定信仰的道路。
Whether read for personal edification or used in group study, “The Art of Contentment” promises to be a treasured addition to any believer’s library.
无论是为个人灵命造就阅读，还是用于小组研读，《知足的艺术》都将成为任何信徒书库中一份珍贵的补充。
TABLE OF CONTENTS
目录
PREF. To the Reader.
序言 致读者
1. SECT. I. Of the necessary Connection between Happiness and Contentment.
第一节：谈论幸福与知足之间的必要联系
2. SECT. II. Of God’s Absolute Sovereignty.
第二节：谈论神完全的至高主权
3. SECT. III. Of God’s Unlimited Bounty.
第三节：谈论神无限的恩慈
4. SECT. IV. Of the Surplusage of our Enjoyments above our Sufferings.
第四节：谈论我们享受多于受苦的盈余
5. SECT. V. Of our Demerit towards God.
第五节：谈论我们在神面前的不配
6. SECT. VI. Of God’s general Providence.
第六节：谈论神的普遍护理
7. SECT. VII. Of God’s particular Providence.
第七节：谈论神的特殊护理
8. SECT. VIII. Of the Advantage of Afflictions.
第八节：谈论苦难的益处
9. SECT. IX. Of our Misfortunes compared with other men’s.
第九节：谈论我们的不幸与他人相比
10. SECT. X. Of particular Aids for the gaining of Contentment.
第十节：谈论为获得知足而特别提供的帮助
11. SECT. XI. Of Resignation.
第十一节：谈论顺服
12. SECT. XII. The Close.
第十二节：结语