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2022
148 Seiten
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Ethics - Baruch Spinoza
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Baruch Spinoza's 'Ethics' is a groundbreaking philosophical work that explores the concept of God, the nature of reality, and the human experience. Written in the 17th century, Spinoza's clear and logical style sets him apart as one of the most influential rationalists of the period. 'Ethics' delves into topics such as ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics, offering a unique perspective on the relationship between reason and emotion. Spinoza's work is often considered a precursor to modern philosophical thought, with its emphasis on reason and the interconnectedness of all things. The book is written in a geometric style, with axioms and propositions building upon each other to form a coherent philosophical system. Baruch Spinoza, a Dutch philosopher of Sephardi Portuguese origin, was a controversial figure in his time due to his radical ideas and unorthodox views on religion. His background as a lens grinder may have influenced his unique way of looking at the world, leading him to question traditional beliefs and dogmas. 'Ethics' is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, and the nature of reality. Spinoza's groundbreaking ideas continue to provoke thought and debate to this day, making this book a timeless classic in the philosophical canon.

Baruch Spinoza (1632–1677) was a philosopher of Sephardic Jewish origin from Amsterdam, who delved into questions of ethics, metaphysics, and anthropology. Spinoza's magnum opus, 'Ethics,' was published posthumously in 1677, and it represents a pinnacle of Enlightenment thought. His works lay the groundwork for the 18th-century Enlightenment and modern biblical criticism. Spinoza wrote in a deductive, geometrical fashion, aiming to demonstrate philosophical truths with the precision akin to mathematical proofs. Often regarded as the 'prince' of philosophers, Spinoza was a rationalist who believed in the power of pure reason and was deeply influenced by the philosophy of Descartes, yet he provided a very different perspective on the nature of reality and our place within it. The 'Ethics' navigates through complex ideas of God, nature, human emotions, and the path to happiness with a pantheistic bent, proposing that God is synonymous with the natural world. Deriving human ethics from this ontological structure, Spinoza's work deconstructed traditional notions of providence and divine transcendence in favor of a system immanent within nature. Though his ideas were radical and met with controversy, his influence on later thinkers such as Hegel, Nietzsche, Einstein, and many others affirms his role as a seminal figure in Western philosophy. Spinoza's legacy is further evident in his impact on the development of existentialist and Marxist philosophies, alongside his contribution to the ethos of modern scientific and ethical inquiry.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.11.2022
Übersetzer R. H. M. Elwes
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Philosophie der Neuzeit
Schlagworte 12 Rules for Life • 17th century philosophy • a guide to the good life • a higher loyalty • Benedict de Spinoza • contemporary relevance • Deterministic universe • Dutch philosophers • Enlightenment Now • enlightenment philosophers • ethical theory books • existential exploration • fire and fury • free will and determinism philosophy • human emotions • intellectual courage • Kant • metaphysical philosophy • metaphysics and ethics • ontology and morality • Pantheistic views • philosophical classics • philosophical depth • Plato • Portuguese heritage • rationalism literature • Rationalist era • Schopenhauer • Spinoza philosophy • Thomas Hobbes
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