Moses in Political Philosophy: Classics and Interpretations 14

Author: Liu Xiaofeng
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: No one can be both a philosopher and a theologian, so in this sense, it is impossible to transcend the conflict between philosophy and theology or to falsely claim to integrate the two. However, each of us can and should be either a philosopher or a theologian. Philosophers face the challenge of theology, while theologians are easily questioned by philosophy. — Strauss
The theme of this book, "Moses in Political Philosophy," examines the Bible from the perspective of political philosophy. It is dedicated to reviewing the political lessons derived from the various political events in Moses' life. It views Moses as a statesman and a judge. The book raises similar questions: rule of law versus the autocracy of the virtuous. Which form of governance is better? These are ancient and fundamental questions in political theory.