העבודה על ברוך שפינוזה. Baruch Spinoza.
Maman 14: Why is Spinoza still so popular?
תשובות על השאלות הבאות:
Was Spinoza an atheist? Explain according to what you see and hear on the Youtube?
What do you think about his philosophy?
What is the meaning of excommunicated (herem)?
Why does the author suggest Spinoza was excommunicated?
What was the political situation in the Dutch Republic in the mid 17th century?
Why was Spinoza concerned about the political situation in the Dutch Republic?
In paragraph 7 the writer gives his personal view of Spinoza in relation to society in America today:
Why does the writer admire Spinoza?
How does the writer see Spinoza as relevant today?
Give an example as to how you think Spinoza's views are relevant (or not) in Israel or in other parts of the world?
According to paragraph 27 Spinoza is one of history's most eloquent advocates for freedom and toleration
What does this mean in terms of freedom of expression?
What does Spinoza predict would happen if a sovereign ((רבון/מלך tries to prevent freedom of speech?
Spinoza also realized that there could be problems as a result of complete freedom of speech. What was he worried about?
Complete the paragraph with words from the table below.
Why do you think the writer says that Spinoza would have found the whole affair amusing and would have said "Do whatever you want. I couldn't care less."
Write a paragraph in ENGLISH summarizing this article. Use the information from the text and your answers to the questions.
Make sure to include the main idea, supporting ideas and a conclusion.