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Expulsion Of The Triumphant Beast
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Among The Heretics Of Every Age, We Find Men Who Are Filled With The Highest Kind Of Religious Feeling, Albert Einstein Said. He Might Have Been Referring To The Sixteenthcentury Italian Philosopher Giordano Bruno, Who Was Tried By Two Inquisitions And Burned At The Stake In Rome In 1600.Bruno'S Most Representative Work, Spaccio De La Bestia Trionfante (The Expulsion Of The Triumphant Beast), Published In An Atmosphere Of Secrecy In 1584 And Never Referred To As Anything But Blasphemous For More Than A Century, Was Singled Out By The Church Tribunal At The Summation Of His Final Trial. That Is Hardly Surprising Because The Book Is A Daring Indictment Of The Corruption Of The Social And Religious Institutions Of His Day. The Triumphant Beast Signifies The Reign Of Multifarious Vices. Cast In The Form Of Allegorical Dialogues, Bruno'S Work Presents The Deliberations Of The Greek Gods Who Have Assembled To Banish From The Heavens The Constellations That Remind Them Of Their Evil Deeds. The Crisis Facing Jove, The Aging Father Of The Gods, Is Symbolic Of The Crisis In A Renaissance World Profoundly Disturbed By New Religious, Philosophical, And Scientific Ideas.Arthur D. Imerti, Former Head Of The Department Of Foreign Languages At The New School For Social Research In New York City, Provides A Brilliant Introduction To The Philosopher Who Dared To Voice His Audacious Theories Of Nature, Religion, And History.
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- Q: What is 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' about? A: 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' is a philosophical work by Giordano Bruno that critiques the corruption of social and religious institutions in the sixteenth century. It employs allegorical dialogues featuring Greek gods deliberating on moral issues and the need to expel vices from the heavens.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' is Giordano Bruno, an Italian philosopher known for his audacious theories and tragic fate of being tried and executed by the Inquisition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and flexible for easy handling.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' has 324 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Bruno's philosophical ideas.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating that it may show signs of wear but is still readable and intact.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' was published on January 1, 1992.
- Q: Does the book have an introduction? A: Yes, the book includes a brilliant introduction by Arthur D. Imerti, who provides context and insights into Giordano Bruno's life and thoughts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Expulsion of the Triumphant Beast' is suitable for academic study, especially for those interested in philosophy, religious criticism, and Renaissance thought.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as the conflict between faith and reason, the critique of dogmatic institutions, and the philosophical inquiry into nature and morality.
- Q: Can I read this book if I'm not familiar with philosophy? A: Yes, while the book delves into complex philosophical ideas, the allegorical format and Imerti's introduction make it accessible to readers new to the subject.