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Steven Nadler
Vilas Research Professor and William H. Hay II Professor of Philosophy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, specializing in 17th-century philosophy with major work on Spinoza, Descartes, Leibniz, and Maimonides.
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Nov 5, 2025
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Dr. Steven Nadler - The Life of Philosopher Baruch Spinoza (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_912)
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In this discussion, Steven Nadler, a prominent philosopher and expert on Spinoza, delves into the intriguing life and radical views of Baruch Spinoza. He explores Spinoza's excommunication from the Jewish community and his bold ideas about God and scripture, arguing Spinoza's stance aligns more with atheism than pantheism. Nadler also highlights how Spinoza's lens-grinding trade influenced his philosophy, reflects on his relevance today, and shares his thoughts on the ongoing study of great thinkers and the challenges of postmodern intellectualism.
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