Baruch (Benedict) Spinoza (Spinosa or Despinosa) (1632-1677) Dutch philosopher born

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Baruch (Benedict) Spinoza (Spinosa or Despinosa) (1632-1677) Dutch philosopher born

Baruch (Benedict) Spinoza (Spinosa or Despinosa) (1632-1677) Dutch philosopher born in Amsterdam into a Jewish family who had fled Roman Catholic persecution in Portugal. Expelled from the Jewish community in 1656 for heresy. Interested in optics, astronomy and theology in addition to philosophy. From Histoire des Philosophes Modernes by Alexandre Saverien (Paris, 1762)

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This print showcases Baruch (Benedict) Spinoza, a renowned Dutch philosopher who lived from 1632 to 1677. Born into a Jewish family in Amsterdam, Spinoza's ancestors had fled religious persecution in Portugal under Roman Catholic rule. However, his unorthodox beliefs led to his expulsion from the Jewish community in 1656 on charges of heresy. Spinoza's intellectual curiosity extended beyond philosophy; he also delved into optics, astronomy, and theology. His wide-ranging interests reflected his insatiable thirst for knowledge and understanding of the world around him. The image is taken from Histoire des Philosophes Modernes by Alexandre Saverien, published in Paris in 1762. It captures the essence of Spinoza's enigmatic persona - a man whose ideas challenged conventional wisdom and pushed the boundaries of philosophical thought. This print serves as a powerful reminder of Spinoza's enduring legacy as one of history's most influential thinkers. His groundbreaking ideas continue to shape our understanding of religion, ethics, and metaphysics today.

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