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Jerusalem and Athens

Reason and Revelation in the Works of Leo Strauss

Susan Orr author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Rowman & Littlefield

Published:19th Apr '95

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Leo Strauss dedicated his life to rejuvenating the serious study of political philosophy. But those who study his writings are at odds on the question of what he thought about revelation. By applying Strauss's own principles of analysis to his pivotal essay 'Jerusalem and Athens: Some Preliminary Reflections,' Susan Orr reveals that Strauss's understanding of religion, contrary to what previous scholars have maintained, was more than simply political.

a model of scholarly excellence . . . a landmark work, opening a path to a better understanding, not only of Strauss, but of that justice and righteousness that were his ultimate concern. -- Harry V. Jaffa, Philosophy Emeritus, Claremont McKenna College and Claremont Graduate School
Anyone interested in Strauss, modern Jewish thought, or both, will be greatly enriched by this book. -- David Novak, University of Toronto
Lucid, careful, scholarly and engaging . . . A superbly nuanced discussion of Strauss's philosophical way of reading. -- Kenneth L. Deutsch, State University of New York at Geneseo

ISBN: 9780847680108

Dimensions: 234mm x 156mm x 20mm

Weight: 517g

224 pages