He is perhaps the most famous man of the Enlightenment. A true genius and a man of letters. The wit, the charm, the sarcasm, and the irreverence of Voltaire is intoxicating. Who is this figure and why is he important for how we think of the world today? Find out as we examine his influence, life, and works.
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0:00 Voltaire's Influence and Legacy Explored
7:22 Voltaire's Exile and Critique of French Politics
11:10 Voltaire's Love, Wealth, and Philosophical Adventures
13:54 Voltaire's Advocacy for Religious Toleration and Critique of Religion
17:13 Voltaire's Beliefs on Religion, Science, and Inoculation
22:02 Voltaire's Enlightenment Ideals Versus Rousseau's Critique of Society
25:35 Voltaire's Candide Critiques Leibniz's Philosophical Optimism
30:59 Voltaire's Vices, Works, and Influence
35:14 Voltaire's Sarcastic Critique of Abraham's Biblical Journey
