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The Essence of Religion

Ludwig Feuerbach
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The Essence of Religion

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004

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Ludwig Feuerbach

The Essence of Religion

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

88

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Sociology
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Essence of Religion, Ludwig Feuerbach explores the human projection of divine qualities onto imaginary deities, arguing that people create gods in their own image. He analyzes how religious beliefs reflect human nature and aspirations, emphasizing the significance of understanding religion as a manifestation of human consciousness and emotional needs.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Mysterious

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

374 ratings

62%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Essence of Religion by Ludwig Feuerbach offers a critical analysis of religious beliefs, presenting religion as a human projection. Positively, readers appreciate its thought-provoking insights and philosophical depth. However, some find it conceptually dense and challenging. Overall, it invites reflection on the human aspects of faith.

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Who Should Read The Essence of Religion?

A reader interested in The Essence of Religion by Ludwig Feuerbach likely enjoys exploring philosophical critiques of religion. Comparable to those intrigued by Marx's The Communist Manifesto or Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra, they appreciate examining the relationship between human consciousness and faith.

4.3

374 ratings

62%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

88

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Sociology
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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