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  • Areopagitica Life of Milton

    Areopagitica Life of Milton
    2026/03/10
    In which the author reflects upon the dangers of ecclesiastical licensing that stifles the free pursuit of truth and learning among clergy and laity alike, warning against an imposed uniformity that hinders the rich diversity of inquiry and opinion vital to spiritual and intellectual growth. He exhorts the English nation, blessed with liberty and a spirited intellect, to cherish their freedom to know, utter, and argue according to conscience, fostering an open and patient discourse that serves the continued reformation and illumination of the Church.
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    30 分
  • Areopagitica Part 3

    Areopagitica Part 3
    2026/03/06
    In which the liberties of reason and choice granted by divine Providence are extolled as the foundation of virtue, and the futility of attempting to eradicate sin by mere prohibition of its outward matter is demonstrated with measured reflection. The encumbrances and discouragements imposed by a strict licencing order upon learned men and the free exercise of truth are lamented as both a dishonour to authors and a perilous restraint upon the flourishing of knowledge, forewarning that such a yoke may breed a servitude more grievous than that overcome.
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    36 分