Rousseau's Critique on the Corruption and Division in Christianity

Rousseau discusses the corruption of early Christianity due to the adoption of reason and Greek philosophy, leading to division, contrarianism, and heresies within the church. The chapter explores how the Renaissance, the printing press, and the Protestant Reformation further fueled division and democratized contrarianism. Rousseau's views on the detrimental effects of reason, philosophy, and science on a community are also examined, emphasizing the importance of preserving customs and beliefs for social cohesion.