Die Erziehung des Menschengeschlechts by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
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Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim, 1729-1781
German
"Die Erziehung des Menschengeschlechts" by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing is a philosophical treatise written in the late 18th century. This work explores the development of human understanding and the role of revelation in the education of mankind, presenting a unique perspective on religion and morality as part of humanity's growth. The book reflects t...
of divine revelation for mankind as a whole. He articulates how God gradually revealed truths to humanity, beginning with the ancient Israelites, in accordance with their capacity to understand. Through a series of arguments, he asserts that just as a child must learn step-by-step, so too must society evolve in its understanding of God and morality over time. The text ultimately suggests that humanity is on an inevitable path toward greater enlightenment and ethical maturity, culminating in a future where the human spirit recognizes and embraces higher truths without the need for external rewards or punishments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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