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Abstract Of The Testament Of John Meslier Or Sentiments Of The Curate Of Etrepigny And Of But

Abstract Of The Testament Of John Meslier Or Sentiments Of The Curate Of Etrepigny And Of But

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PhilosophyReligious BiographiesFrench History

ISBN10: 1425322263
ISBN13: 9781425322267
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.28
Height: 0.13 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Abstract of the Testament of John Meslier or Sentiments of the Curate of Etrepigny and of But is a book written by the famous French Enlightenment writer, Voltaire. The book is a summary of the thoughts and beliefs of John Meslier, a French Catholic priest who secretly wrote a testament denouncing religion and advocating for atheism. Meslier's testament was discovered after his death and caused controversy in France during the 18th century. Voltaire's book provides an overview of Meslier's testament, including his criticisms of the Catholic Church and his arguments for atheism. The book also includes Voltaire's own commentary on Meslier's ideas and their significance for the Enlightenment movement. Overall, Abstract of the Testament of John Meslier or Sentiments of the Curate of Etrepigny and of But is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of religion, atheism, and the role of reason in shaping human beliefs and values.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Superstition in All Ages, by Voltaire . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597946.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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