Baruch Spinoza
Baruch Spinoza was a 17th-century Dutch philosopher of Portuguese Sephardic Jewish descent, known for his work in ethics, political philosophy, and rationalism. His most famous work, 'Ethics,' challenges traditional religious beliefs and presents a view of the universe grounded in reason and nature. Spinoza's ideas laid the groundwork for modern biblical criticism and influenced later Enlightenment thinkers, making him a pivotal figure in Western philosophy.
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Baruch Spinoza was excommunicated and cursed by his Jewish community in Amsterdam for his radical ideas.
¡Cuán injustos hemos sido con nuestro prójimo!
Panama· 2026-05-31
Baruch Spinoza is one of the most radical philosophers in the West who questioned religious dogma and political authority.
Quote of the Day by Baruch Spinoza: "The more you struggle to live, the less you live. Give up the notion that..."
India· 2026-02-25
Spinoza is noted for his belief in the visibility of nature as a manifestation of God.
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North Macedonia· 2026-02-05
Maria found solace in the writings of Spinoza during her imprisonment.
«Меня шокирует масштаб ненависти и агрессии». Мария объяснила, что для нее значит возвращение к нормальности
Belarus· 2026-01-30
Baruch Spinoza is regarded as a founder of modern atheism and his philosophy helps to understand those like Trump who refuse to play by the rules.
Why Donald Trump has the mind of a cat – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-20
Baruch Spinoza is recognized for his monumental work that combines reason and the understanding of God and existence.
Gobernar las pasiones, construir la libertadPanama· 2025-11-16
Baruch Spinoza's philosophy challenges Carlo Verdone's faith and understanding of good and evil.
Carlo Verdone: «Fellini mi chiamava all’alba. Oggi cerco momenti mistici. L’umanità d’un tempo è sparita, i miei film non potrei più farli»
Italy· 2025-08-20
Baruch Spinoza is noted for his theological and political writings that influence modern thought.
"אנחנו חייבים להקים תנועה של חזרה בשאלה"
Israel· 2025-07-02
Baruch Spinoza, the 17th-century Dutch philosopher of Sephardic Jewish origin, is considered one of the most radical thinkers of the early modern era.
Art as a means of resistance and refuge is one of the themes of Madeleine Thien’s new book
Canada· 2025-05-30
Spinoza is quoted on the inadequacy of knowledge of evil.
Obreros de Hiram Abiff: El tercer ojo y la masonería – V
Venezuela· 2025-05-17
Baruch Spinoza is another historical figure whose life is examined in Thien's work.
‘The big questions we ask as children don’t go away’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-05
The philosopher Baruch Spinoza is quoted on the understanding of religion as a call for love and justice.
خليفة الظاهري لـ«الاتحاد»: الدِّين منظومة قيمية وليس مجرد طقوس وشعائر
United Arab Emirates· 2025-03-14
Baruch Spinoza is discussed for his philosophical ideas about God and existence.
Obreros de Hiram Abiff: El Dios Geométrico de Spinoza – IIIVenezuela· 2025-03-01
Spinoza is highlighted as a significant figure in the context of contemporary political radicalism.
« Spinoza : substance et pensée », d’Yitzhak Y. Melamed : au cœur de la métaphysique spinozienne
France· 2025-02-23
Spinoza was excommunicated from his religion and community for his concepts about God.
Obreros de Hiram Abiff: el Dios o Naturaleza de Spinoza (II)Venezuela· 2025-02-22Baruch Spinoza was a Dutch philosopher known for his work in monistic determinism and liberal political philosophy.
Mirsad Dedić, bivši golman bh. fudbalske reprezentacije, slavi 57. rođendan
Bosnia and Herzegovina· 2025-02-21
Baruch Spinoza redacts a reform of understanding to correct the error of representing method as a mere instrument.
De los efectos a las causas (y de las causas a los efectos)Venezuela· 2025-02-20
Baruch Spinoza is mentioned for his doctrine regarding the construction of hope.
¿Dónde estamos y hacia dónde vamos? Notas y especulación (2)Venezuela· 2025-02-14
