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A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 01

by Voltaire (1694–1778)

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"A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 01" by Voltaire is an encyclopedic dictionary published in 1764. This alphabetically arranged work criticizes religious institutions and established authorities through pointed, often provocative articles. Beginning as a dinner party game, it evolved into Voltaire's lifelong project—a portable, affordable collection designed to educate and challenge readers. The dictionary champions tolerance, freedom of press, and reason while attacking what Voltaire saw as fanaticism. Though burned by authorities across Europe, it became wildly popular with the public and enlightened rulers alike.

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  • Criticism (Philosophy)

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Volume I

By

VOLTAIRE

EDITION DE LA PACIFICATION

THE WORKS OF VOLTAIRE

A CONTEMPORARY VERSION

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Contents

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  1. Volume I
  2. Volume V: E.R. Dumont
  3. Volume V: E.R. Dumont
  4. Chapter I
  5. Chapter II
  6. Chapter V
  7. Chapter VI
  8. Chapter VIII
  9. Chapter IX
  10. Chapter X
  11. Chapter XII
  12. Chapter XV
  13. Chapter XVII
  14. Chapter XVIII
  15. Chapter XIX
  16. Chapter XX
  17. Chapter XXI
  18. Chapter XXII
  19. Chapter XXIII
  20. Chapter XXIV
  21. Chapter XXV
  22. Chapter XXVI
  23. Chapter XXVII
  24. Chapter XXVIII
  25. Chapter XXIX
  26. Chapter XXX
  27. Chapter I: Were the Apostles Married?
  28. Chapter II: Children of the Apostles
  29. Chapter III: Where did the Apostles Live? Where did They Die?
  30. Chapter IV: Under What Discipline Did the Apostles and Primitive Disciples Live?

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This free edition of A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 01 by Voltaire comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #35621, released 2011-03-28. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Essays, Letters & Speeches, French Literature, Philosophy & Ethics.

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