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PHIL 383 - Spinoza


3 Credit Hours
An introduction to the philosophy of Baruch Spinoza by a close reading of his most important texts, including the Ethics, the Theological Political Treatise, and the Political Treatise. The course will also attempt to understand the main themes of Spinoza’s work by placing his thought in context and comparing it to the work of other philosophers, including Hobbes, Descartes, and Leibniz.

Prerequisites: ( PHIL100 or CORE105) and ( PHIL290 or PHIL200)

Course Attributes: ERS Focus Elective, Humanities Elective

Levels: Graduate Undergraduate


College of Arts & Sciences Philosophy