Colloquium heptaplomeres de rerum sublimium arcanis abditis by Jean Bodin

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Author Bodin, Jean, 1530-1596
Title Colloquium heptaplomeres de rerum sublimium arcanis abditis
Note Reading ease score: 34.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Colloquium heptaplomeres de rerum sublimium arcanis abditis" by Jean Bodin is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 16th century. The work features a unique format, unfolding through a conversation among seven characters representing different religious and philosophical perspectives. The main topic revolves around profound existential questions regarding the nature of reality, belief, and the human understanding of divine matters. At the start of the dialogue, Bodin introduces the setting and characters, engaging in a rich discourse on critical themes such as the immortality of the soul and the relationship between faith and reason. The characters each contribute their viewpoints, reflecting the diverse beliefs present in society at the time, which set the stage for a deeper exploration of metaphysical concepts. As they interact, they not only question each other's assumptions but also reveal their own anxieties and convictions related to the divine and the unknown, ultimately engaging the reader in a broader inquiry into human existence and the limits of knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Latin
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Religions
Subject Religion -- Philosophy
Subject Catholic Church -- Relations
Category Text
EBook-No. 17859
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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