Défense De L'"histoire Des 5 Propositions" Contre Un Libelle (de P. Quesnel)... [French]

By Hilaire Dumas

D fense De L'"histoire Des 5 Propositions" Contre Un Libelle (de P. Quesnel)... presents a detailed response to criticisms leveled against Hilaire Dumas's earlier work, "Histoire des 5 Propositions." Written in French, this historical text delves into the theological debates surrounding Jansenism and the famous Five Propositions condemned by the Catholic Church. Dumas meticulously defends his historical account against what he perceives as a defamatory pamphlet by Pasquier Quesnel, a prominent Jansenist figure. This work offers invaluable insights into the religious and intellectual climate of 18th-century France, particularly the intense controversies within the Catholic Church.

Scholars and enthusiasts of French history, religious studies, and theological disputes will find this a compelling primary source. Dumas's passionate defense sheds light on the complex dynamics of Jansenism and its impact on French society and religious thought. The book serves as a vital resource for understanding the nuances of these historical debates and the figures who shaped them.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 127208714X
• ISBN13: 9781272087142
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"