Excerpt from Spinoza, Descartes and Maimonides
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate relationship between the philosophical systems of Spinoza and Descartes, two titans of 17th-century thought. The author meticulously examines Descartes' renowned method of doubt and its reliance on clear and distinct ideas as the foundation for knowledge. The exploration extends to Descartes' conception of God as a guarantor of truth and the implications of divine will for human understanding. The author contrasts Descartes' approach with Spinoza's, highlighting Spinoza's critique of Cartesian skepticism and his development of a monistic system where God is not a transcendent entity but the immanent cause of all things. The analysis delves into Spinoza's concept of Imaginatio and its role in human understanding, drawing parallels with Maimonides' theories of knowledge and prophecy. By juxtaposing these philosophical giants, this book sheds light on fundamental questions about the nature of reality, knowledge, and the human mind. It offers a profound exploration of the challenges and possibilities of reason in a world where the divine and the human intersect. The book's insights illuminate the enduring legacy of these philosophers and their impact on our understanding of the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282520700_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282520700
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282520700
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)