Leibniz on the Problem of Evil by Paul Rateau (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Leibniz on the Problem of Evil by Paul Rateau This book examines how G. W. Leibniz (1646-1716) addresses the problem of evil throughout his work. Paul Rateau explores the originality and implications of Leibnizs theoretical and apologetic project of defending the justice of God (which he calls Theodicy) by showing how it differs from earlier attempts, syntheses, and projects. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Paul Rateau traces the genesis and development of G.W. Leibnizs treatment of the problem of evil, from his earliest writings through the Essays on Theodicy (1710). By investigating Leibnizs early thinking about what evil is and where it comes from, Rateau reveals the deeply original nature of Leibnizs later work and the challenges it raises. Rateau explores the ways in which the Theodicys theoretical project, which integrates numerous disciplines and variousargumentative strategies, informs and is influenced by two more practical aims-justifying the end of denominational divisions between Catholics and Protestants, and inculcating "true piety" in believers.By paying equal attention to both Leibnizs intellectual and personal development, Rateau offers a holistic view of Leibnizs most profound and sophisticated work of philosophy.Rateau shows how the young Leibniz moves from suggesting that the author of evil is God himself to later defending an original theory of necessitarianism (in The Confession of a Philosopher), which makes God the first link in the chain of beings that constitute the world, but which ultimately deniesGods responsibility for sin. By examining Leibnizs theoretical development after 1673, he demonstrates how Leibniz comes to a revised framework that forms the basis for the project of theodicy.After having examined the defensive and the doctrinal aspects of the Theodicy, Rateau shows how human freedom can be reconciled with divine freedom in Leibnizs system. Newly translated from the original French edition, Rateaus book offers a novel and important new interpretation of Leibniz and will appeal to scholars both of Leibniz and of early modern thought generally. Author Biography Paul Rateau (Ph.D., 2005, Philosophy, University of Strasbourg, France) teaches early modern philosophy at Pantheon-Sorbonne University (Paris, France) since 2008. He is an alumnus of the Ecole Normale Supérieure (Fontenay/SaintCloud, France). Table of Contents Table of ContentsAcknowledgmentsList of AbbreviationsIntroduction1. The Existence of Evil2. Evil Considered in Relation to Justice3. A Vocation: To Defend Gods JusticeChapter 1: Difficulties Concerning the Justification of God in the Years Prior to 16731.1 Early Reading and the Relation of Justice to Power1.2 A Just God, who is nevertheless author of sin?Chapter 2: The Confession of a Philosopher: Divine Justice and the Necessity of Sin2.1 God as Ground, but not Author of Evil2.2 Permission of Evil and the Distinction of Two Kinds of Necessity: A Limited RehabilitationChapter 3: Theoretical Changes after the Confession of a Philosopher: Towards a New Conception of God, the Possible and Divine Concurrence with Evil3.1 A Revised Theology and Metaphysics3.2 The Origin of Evil and Gods Physical Concurrence3.3 Gods Moral Concurrence with Evil and the Relation of Part to WholeChapter 4: The Genesis of Theodicy: Its Scientific and Apologetic Aims4.1 From the Project of "Theodicies" to the Composition of the Essays on Theodicy: Systematic Necessity and Occasional Cause4.2 Theodicy as Defense: Ignorance of Detail, Presumptions and ProbabilitiesChapter 5: The Best of All Possible Worlds and Divine Permission of Evil5.1 The Thesis of the Best of All Possible Worlds5.2 The Moral Necessity of the Divine Choice5.3 Gods Moral Concurrence with Evil: the Doctrine of PermissionChapter 6: Evil in Being and in the Actions of Creatures: Reality or Appearance?6.1 Gods Physical Concurrence, the Origin and Nature of Evil6.2 The Inertial Model and its Application to Creaturely Actions: From Peccability to Malice6.3 Real Defect or False Appearance: A Dual Conception of EvilChapter 7: Human Freedom and Principles of Action7.1 The Labyrinth of the Free and the Necessary and the Prerequisites of Freedom7.2 From the Ideal to the Real: the Exercise of Freedom and the Maxims of Leibnizian EthicsConclusionBibliographyIndex Review "This scholarly work on Leibniz demonstrates Rateaus erudition and thorough mastery of Leibnizs published oeuvre and relevant secondary literature (collected in a useful bibliography and in chapter endnotes). The book is extremely readable, so it has much to offer nonspecialists interested in the problem of evil. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above." -- M. Latzer, Gannon University, CHOICE Long Description Paul Rateau traces the genesis and development of G.W. Leibnizs treatment of the problem of evil, from his earliest writings through the Essays on Theodicy (1710). By investigating Leibnizs early thinking about what evil is and where it comes from, Rateau reveals the deeply original nature of Leibnizs later work and the challenges it raises. Rateau explores the ways in which the Theodicys theoretical project, which integrates numerous disciplines and variousargumentative strategies, informs and is influenced by two more practical aims-justifying the end of denominational divisions between Catholics and Protestants, and inculcating "true piety" in believers. By paying equal attention to both Leibnizs intellectual and personal development, Rateau offers aholistic view of Leibnizs most profound and sophisticated work of philosophy.Rateau shows how the young Leibniz moves from suggesting that the author of evil is God himself to later defending an original theory of necessitarianism (in The Confession of a Philosopher), which makes God the first link in the chain of beings that constitute the world, but which ultimately denies Gods responsibility for sin. By examining Leibnizs theoretical development after 1673, he demonstrates how Leibniz comes to a revised framework that forms the basis for the project of theodicy.After having examined the defensive and the doctrinal aspects of the Theodicy, Rateau shows how human freedom can be reconciled with divine freedom in Leibnizs system. Newly translated from the original French edition, Rateaus book offers a novel and important new interpretation of Leibniz and willappeal to scholars both of Leibniz and of early modern thought generally. Review Text "Rateaus clear mastery of the context and content of Leibnizs theodical project, from its origins to its final form, is worthy of the universal genius himslef." -- Kristen Irwin, The Leibniz Review"This scholarly work on Leibniz demonstrates Rateaus erudition and thorough mastery of Leibnizs published oeuvre and relevant secondary literature (collected in a useful bibliography and in chapter endnotes). The book is extremely readable, so it has much to offer nonspecialists interested in the problem of evil. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above." -- M. Latzer, Gannon University, CHOICE Review Quote "This scholarly work on Leibniz demonstrates Rateaus erudition and thorough mastery of Leibnizs published oeuvre and relevant secondary literature (collected in a useful bibliography and in chapter endnotes). The book is extremely readable, so it has much to offer nonspecialists interested in the problem of evil. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates and above." -- M. Latzer, Gannon University, CHOICE Feature Selling point: Engages with the full span of G.W. Leibnizs writings on the problem of evilSelling point: Offers a novel interpretation of Leibnizs Theodicy through the lens of his earlier workSelling point: Considers Leibnizs theoretical, religious, and practical aims in writing about evil Details ISBN0199996504 Author Paul Rateau Publisher Oxford University Press Inc ISBN-10 0199996504 ISBN-13 9780199996506 Format Hardcover Year 2019 Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 231.8 Language English Publication Date 2019-06-20 UK Release Date 2019-06-20 NZ Release Date 2019-06-20 US Release Date 2019-06-20 Edited by Andrew French Birth 1949 Affiliation Chief Medical Officer, St. Anthonys North Heath Campus, Centura Health, Colorado and Kansas Position Chief Medical Officer, St. Anthonys North Heath Campus Qualifications MD Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2019-06-16 Pages 376 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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