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Can the understanding of science be the ultimate way to connect to God? Baruch Spinoza's attempt to create an ethical system based on science and a foundational connection to religion is the focus of a short philosophy video.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include The Ethics in a discussion about philosophy, world religions, or the connection between science and spirituality
- Have high schoolers write an argument essay about their perception of Spinoza's writing
Classroom Considerations
- Addresses key aspects of Judeo-Christian beliefs analytically, as well as the negative reaction of Spinoza's beliefs by the Jewish community
- Claims that The Ethics is more substantive than the Bible
- Comment section is open to the public, and is full of opinions about organized religion
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Helpful animation and narration moves the main idea along
- Learners can relate to the attempt to use science and religion to explain one's world
Cons
- None