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Guizot, François
1787
1874
Guizot, Francois Pierre Guillaume
Guizot, François Pierre Guillaume
Guizot, M. (François)
Guisot, M. (François)
Guizot, Monsieur (François)
Guizot, François
Christianity Viewed in Relation to the Present State of Society and Opinion.
Produced by Don Kostuch
"Christianity Viewed in Relation to the Present State of Society and Opinion" by M. Guizot is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. This work critically examines Christianity's role amidst the rising tides of various philosophical and political ideologies, such as Rationalism, Positivism, and Materialism, while addressing the challenges faced by society in maintaining moral and ethical standards. The author seeks to demonstrate the compatibility of Christianity with contemporary concepts of liberty and science, asserting that faith and modern societal principles can coexist productively. The opening of the book sets the stage for Guizot's exploration by discussing the ongoing tumult of ideas and beliefs in society during his time. He identifies the prevalent fatigue and uncertainty in the public consciousness, drawing attention to the philosophical systems that challenge Christianity and the overarching questions they generate. Guizot articulates his belief that Christianity not only addresses the existential needs of humanity but also plays a critical role in guiding society towards both moral integrity and liberty. His analysis leads into a systematic examination of how God's influence, through Christianity, has historically shaped human society while responding to the complexities of modern life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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