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Focusing on the history and philosophy of monastic life, this essay delves into the motivations behind individuals choosing to become monks or nuns, weighing the pros and cons of monastic existence. It examines various forms of monachism across cultures, including Christianity and Buddhism, while employing philosophical arguments to critique its effectiveness as a lifestyle. Linguet's work is recognized as significant in the realm of philosophical and religious thought, offering a critical perspective on monastic practices and beliefs.
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Essai Philosophique Sur Le Monachisme (1775), Simon Nicolas Henri Linguet
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Essai Philosophique Sur Le Monachisme (1775)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Simon Nicolas Henri Linguet
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 344
- ISBN13
- 9781104124120
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Focusing on the history and philosophy of monastic life, this essay delves into the motivations behind individuals choosing to become monks or nuns, weighing the pros and cons of monastic existence. It examines various forms of monachism across cultures, including Christianity and Buddhism, while employing philosophical arguments to critique its effectiveness as a lifestyle. Linguet's work is recognized as significant in the realm of philosophical and religious thought, offering a critical perspective on monastic practices and beliefs.