Der Großinquisitor by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
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Dostoyevsky, Fyodor, 1821-1881
German
"Der Großinquisitor" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a philosophical parable published in the late 19th century, embedded within his larger novel "The Brothers Karamazov." This work delves into themes of faith, freedom, and morality, presenting a hypothetical dialogue between Christ and the Grand Inquisitor during the Spanish Inquisition. Dostoyevsky mast...
world. The narrative takes place in Seville, where Christ reappears among the people, performing miracles and generating an overwhelming following. However, He is swiftly arrested by the Grand Inquisitor, a powerful figure who represents the institutional church and its authoritative doctrines. In a prolonged monologue, the Inquisitor argues that humanity is too weak to handle the burden of free will and casts doubt on Christ’s message of freedom, suggesting that people prefer security and control over authentic freedom. He asserts that the church must provide guidance and control to protect mankind from their own frailty. The story culminates in the silent response of Christ to the Inquisitor's accusations, leaving readers to grapple with profound questions about faith, morality, and the nature of human existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Matthew Nelson
3 weeks agoI didn't expect much, but the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Logan Moore
4 months agoI didn't expect much, but the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Worth every second of your time.
Linda Garcia
3 months agoAt first glance, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Linda Clark
3 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. Absolutely essential reading.