

How Roman Catholicism Led to the Enlightenment
Dec 11, 2023
This program defends Lutheranism against the claim that the Enlightenment and modernity were solely the cause of secularization. It explores how Roman Catholicism influenced the Enlightenment and challenges the idea that the Reformation caused modernity and secularization. It discusses the Jesuits' use of skepticism and departure from classical proofs, analyzes Descartes' view of the knowledge of God, explores Sharon's evangelism strategy and views on faith and conduct, examines the influence of Sharon on ethics and secularism, and discusses the significant role of Jesuits in shaping Enlightenment thought.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Role of Roman Catholicism in Shaping the Enlightenment
05:02 • 18min
Promotion of Skepticism and Departure from Classical Proofs in Roman Catholicism
23:30 • 5min
Exploring Descartes' View of the Knowledge of God
28:13 • 2min
Exploring Sharon's Evangelism Strategy and Views on Faith and Conduct
30:24 • 4min
The Influence of Sharon on Ethics and Secularism
34:10 • 6min
The Influence of Jesuits on Enlightenment Thought
40:22 • 20min