Excerpt from Scepsis Scientifica: Or, Confest Ignorance, the Way to Science; In an Essay of the Vanity of Dogmatizing, and Confident Opinion
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and insightful look at the life and works of a fascinating and influential English thinker of the 17th century. The author was a product of his times, a period marked by significant upheaval in Englandââ â¢s political, religious, and intellectual spheres. He navigated this tumultuous era, grappling with the legacy of Puritanism and the burgeoning scientific revolution. The book explores the authorââ â¢s intellectual journey as he moved away from the rigid doctrines of his youth to embrace a more open and questioning approach to knowledge. This journey involved a critical examination of the prevailing philosophies of the time, particularly Aristotelianism, and a fervent defense of the new methods of scientific inquiry espoused by figures like Bacon and Descartes. The book also delves into the authorââ â¢s engagement with theological debates, highlighting his advocacy for a more rational and tolerant form of Christianity. The author argued for a focus on the core tenets of the faith, while simultaneously challenging the narrowness and intolerance that plagued religious discourse. The book ultimately offers a valuable lens through which to view the intellectual ferment of 17th-century England, illuminating the clash between traditional dogma and the new spirit of scientific inquiry and religious tolerance. The authorââ â¢s work provides a rich tapestry of ideas that continue to resonate with readers today. 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 9781330485941_0
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