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Inventing the Individual
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Larry Sidentop's "Inventing the Individual" challenges conventional narratives about the Enlightenment, arguing that the concept of the individual is deeply rooted in Christian thought and practice.
The book traces the development of individualism from antiquity through the Middle Ages, highlighting the crucial role of canon lawyers and their interpretation of natural law.
Sidentop demonstrates how the Christian emphasis on the inherent dignity and worth of each person, regardless of social status, laid the groundwork for modern conceptions of individual rights and freedoms.
He counters the common misconception of a secular classical world, revealing the pervasive influence of religious beliefs and practices.
Ultimately, the book offers a compelling revisionist history, showing how the seemingly secular values of the Enlightenment are profoundly indebted to the Christian tradition.
The book traces the development of individualism from antiquity through the Middle Ages, highlighting the crucial role of canon lawyers and their interpretation of natural law.
Sidentop demonstrates how the Christian emphasis on the inherent dignity and worth of each person, regardless of social status, laid the groundwork for modern conceptions of individual rights and freedoms.
He counters the common misconception of a secular classical world, revealing the pervasive influence of religious beliefs and practices.
Ultimately, the book offers a compelling revisionist history, showing how the seemingly secular values of the Enlightenment are profoundly indebted to the Christian tradition.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
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Robert Breedlove when discussing the importance of understanding the individual in economics.
Robert Breedlove when discussing the importance of understanding the individual in economics.
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Why Your Money Becomes WORTHLESS & How To Build Wealth In The NEW ECONOMY | Robert Breedlove
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Yancey Strickler alongside Joseph Henrich's book, both discussing the historical development of individualism.
Yancey Strickler alongside Joseph Henrich's book, both discussing the historical development of individualism.
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The Internet Is Power
Mentioned by Glen Scrivener as tracing the idea of the individual versus the collective from antiquity to the Reformation.
Where Do YOU Get Your Morals From? || SLP547
