La séparation des Églises et de l'État by Aristide Briand

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Author Briand, Aristide, 1862-1932
Title La séparation des Églises et de l'État
Rapport fait au nom de la Commission de la Chambre des
Députés, suivi des pièces annexes
Note Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "La séparation des Églises et de l'État" by Aristide Briand is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work discusses the complex relationship between the Catholic Church and the French state, particularly focusing on the legal and social complications that arose before and during the establishment of a secular state in France. The text aims to provide a foundation for understanding the necessity of complete separation in order to protect various beliefs and foster peace within the nation. The opening of this significant work introduces the historical context preceding the French Revolution, focusing on the immense wealth and power held by the clergy in France, which was estimated to comprise a third of the nation's fortunes at the time. Briand outlines the calls for reform that arose from a growing discontent with the Church's influence, arguing that a complete separation of Church and State is the most viable solution to address ongoing tensions and to safeguard the rights of diverse religious beliefs in France. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging historical principles that support the separation as a means to promote social harmony and freedom of conscience among French citizens. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
LoC Class JC: Political science: Political theory
Subject Catholic Church -- France
Subject Church and state -- France
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EBook-No. 58149
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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