An Introduction to The Pillars
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind
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From Fate to Freedom: Renaissance and Individuality
This chapter examines the transformative shift from the Greco-Roman worldview to modernity during the Renaissance, particularly through Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.' It highlights the emergence of individual agency and the tension between personal freedom and community responsibility, alongside the influence of Jewish thought on foundational works.
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