Meditations and Moral Sketches by François Guizot

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Author Guizot, François, 1787-1874
Translator Ormonde, John Butler, Marquis of, 1808-1854
LoC No. tmp82066519
Title Meditations and Moral Sketches
Note Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Contains translations of the first three of the ten essays which appeared in the original French work (Méditations et études morales).
Contents Translator's preface -- Preface -- On the state of men's souls -- On religion in modern societies -- Catholicism, Protestantism, and Philosophy in France.
Credits Produced by Don Kostuch
Summary "Meditations and Moral Sketches" by François Guizot is a collection of essays exploring themes of religion, philosophy, and education, likely written in the mid-19th century. The book is an intellectual examination of the human condition and the moral implications of belief systems, with a specific focus on the interplay between Christianity, human liberty, and the responsibilities of society. Such topics are relevant to readers interested in philosophical discourse and the role of faith in modern life. The beginning of the work introduces Guizot's reflections on contemporary religious and philosophical debates, detailing his concerns about the naturalism prevalent in modern thought as opposed to a belief in the supernatural. He emphasizes the need for a restored Christian faith, which he believes can coexist with civil liberties and promote social harmony. Guizot articulates that an acknowledgment of both authority and liberty within Christianity is essential for moral governance, and he shares narratives from historical contexts to illustrate the necessity for faith in maintaining social order and deepening the moral fabric of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity
Subject Religious thought -- 19th century
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