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Karl Löwith

January 9, 1897 – May 26, 1973

Karl Löwith was a German philosopher who primarily explored the influence of Christianity on modern historical consciousness. His work delves into how Western views of history have been shaped by the complex relationship between faith and secular perspectives. Löwith critically examines how the modern understanding of history, while rooted in Christian traditions, often lacks its foundational faith. His insights reveal a pervasive tendency toward an eschatological view of human progress.