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Virginia Declaration of Rights and Cardinal Bellarmine - Softcover

Gaillard Hunt

 
9781331103981: Virginia Declaration of Rights and Cardinal Bellarmine

Synopsis

This book delves into the fundamental origins of the natural rights of man, particularly the notion of equality, and the role of the people in establishing legitimate governments. The author traces the evolution of these ideas from ancient Greece and Rome through the writings of Enlightenment thinkers like John Locke and Jean-Jacques Rousseau. By examining historical documents such as the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the Declaration of Independence, the book argues that these foundational principles were significantly influenced by the writings of Cardinal Bellarmine, a prominent Catholic theologian of the 16th century. Through careful analysis, the author uncovers the surprising connections between these seemingly disparate sources, highlighting the complex intellectual landscape that shaped modern democratic thought.

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