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Samuel Stoner on Kant’s Conjectural Beginnings and the Story of Genesis

The New Thinkery

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Kant vs. Herder: A Philosophical Rivalry

This chapter explores the intellectual conflict between Kant and Herder, focusing on Kant's rational critique of Herder's mythological interpretation of Genesis. It examines themes of shame, human governance, and the symbolism of fig leaves, revealing a deeper understanding of desire and cultural development in the biblical narrative.

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