Famous Renaissance Philosopher You Must Know – Erasmus of Rotterdam

Explore the life and philosophy of Erasmus of Rotterdam, tracing his influence on the Renaissance and Age of Enlightenment. Discover Erasmus's critiques of the church, his notable works like 'In Praise of Folly,' and his advocacy for 'Christian Humanism,' emphasizing intellectual freedom and moral growth. Understand Erasmus's daring challenges to societal norms and religious corruption, encapsulated in his satirical masterpiece, and delve into his lasting legacy that continues to inspire philosophical thought to the present day.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Biography
01:17 Questioning Dogmas
02:32 The Manual of a Christian Knight
04:07 In Praise of Folly
05:53 Christian Humanism
07:21 Legacy

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Additional Online Sources:
The Praise of Folly; Translated by John Wilson 1668: https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/... (accessed on 25 October 2023)
https://www.gutenberg.org/files/46903... (accessed on 25 October 2023)
Handbook of the Christian Knight: https://oll-resources.s3.us-east-2.am... (accessed on 25 October 2023)
https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/er... (accessed on 25 October 2023)
https://iep.utm.edu/erasmus/ (accessed on 25 October 2023)
https://www.britannica.com/biography/... (accessed on 25 October 2023)

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