The Essence of Christianity by Ludwig Feuerbach

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Author Feuerbach, Ludwig, 1804-1872
Translator Eliot, George, 1819-1880
Uniform Title Das Wesen des Christenthums. English
Title The Essence of Christianity
Translated from the second German edition
Note Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Essence of Christianity" by Ludwig Feuerbach is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-19th century. This work examines the nature of Christianity, arguing that it ultimately reflects human nature and consciousness rather than a divine framework. Feuerbach's central thesis posits that the concepts of God and religion arise from the inner workings of humanity, emphasizing that religion is a projection of human attributes and experiences onto the divine. The opening of the text sets the foundation for Feuerbach's analysis, where he discusses the essential nature of man and religion. He argues that religion is rooted in human consciousness and that the divine attributes attributed to God are reflective of human qualities. Feuerbach critiques traditional theological perspectives by stating that the relationship between man and God is fundamentally a relationship with one's own nature. He introduces the idea that as humanity evolves and understands its nature, the need for an anthropomorphic understanding of God diminishes, leading to a more profound self-awareness and self-acceptance. This perspective poses significant implications for philosophical and theological discourse, marking a shift towards human-centered thought in contrast to divinely oriented beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Subject Christianity -- Controversial literature
Subject Religion -- Philosophy
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EBook-No. 47025
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