A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 05 by Voltaire

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Author Voltaire, 1694-1778
Commentator Leigh, Oliver Herbrand Gordon
Commentator Morley, John, 1838-1923
Commentator Smollett, T. (Tobias), 1721-1771
Translator Fleming, William F.
Title A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 05
Series Title The Works of Voltaire, A Contemporary Version, Vol. 9
Credits Produced by Andrea Ball, Christine Bell & Marc D'Hooghe (From images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary "A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 05" by Voltaire is a philosophical work written in the late 18th century. This volume is part of a larger collection in which Voltaire explores various concepts and ideas, often with a critical eye and a witty tone. The main subject in this opening portion revolves around the concept of fanaticism, examining its roots and manifestations across different cultures and religions. The opening of the work delves into the nature and implications of fanaticism as a distortion of conscience, where religious fervor spirals into violence and intolerance. Voltaire presents vivid examples, contrasting different religious practices and beliefs, illustrating how human imagination can warp spirituality into acts of extreme zealotry. He observes the historical consequences of fanaticism, detailing how it has led to countless atrocities and conflicts throughout history, ultimately arguing for a need for philosophy and reasoned discourse to counterbalance the "epidemic malady" of fanaticism. Voltaire's incisive critique sets a thought-provoking tone for the subsequent discussions in the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Philosophy -- Dictionaries
Subject Criticism (Philosophy)
Category Text
EBook-No. 35625
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 3, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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