Theologico-Political Treatise — Part 2 by Benedictus de Spinoza

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Author Spinoza, Benedictus de, 1632-1677
Translator Elwes, R. H. M. (Robert Harvey Monro), 1853-
Title Theologico-Political Treatise — Part 2
Note Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Joseph B. Yesselman. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary “The Theologico-Political Treatise — Part 2” by Benedictus de Spinoza is a philosophical work that examines the relationship between religion and politics, likely written in the 17th century. This part (Chapters VI to X) delves into the concepts of miracles, the interpretation of scripture, and the authorship of biblical texts, challenging traditional religious dogmas and advocating a rational approach to religious texts and their meanings. At the start of this section, Spinoza critiques the common understanding of miracles, arguing that they contradict the immutable laws of nature established by God. He asserts that many events labeled as miracles can be explained through natural causes, emphasizing that true knowledge of God and His providence is best derived from the consistent order of nature rather than extraordinary occurrences. Furthermore, he reflects on the authorship of biblical texts, particularly the Pentateuch, suggesting that they were not written by Moses but rather by later authors. Spinoza’s rigorous examination invites readers to reflect on the interplay of faith and reason, and the interpretation of sacred texts based on historical and contextual analysis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Philosophy and religion -- Early works to 1800
Subject Free thought -- Early works to 1800
Subject Political science -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 990
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 18, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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