1632–1677 · Dutch philosopher
Benedictus de Spinoza

Benedictus de Spinoza was a Dutch philosopher of the seventeenth century whose Ethics, published after his death, builds a complete vision of God, nature, and human freedom through geometric demonstration.
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Benedictus de Spinoza's books in order
Ethics came first, in 1677, and On the Improvement of the Understanding followed in 1677. A good first book is Ethics.
| Year | Book | Reading time | Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1677 | 5 h 50 min | Medium | View | |
| 1677 | 1 h 10 min | Challenging | View |

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Benedictus de Spinoza was a Dutch philosopher of the seventeenth century whose Ethics, published after his death, builds a complete vision of God, nature, and human freedom through geometric demonstration. He stands among the great rationalists of Western thought.
- Born
- 1632
- Died
- 1677
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