Reden an die deutsche Nation by Johann Gottlieb Fichte
"Reden an die deutsche Nation" by Johann Gottlieb Fichte is a philosophical discourse written in the early 19th century. The work explores themes of nationalism and education, advocating for a renewed national identity through a new form of education that aligns with German culture and values. Fichte's central thesis is the necessity of fostering a communal spirit among the German people, distinguishing them from other nations, and emphasizing the importance of cultivating
moral and spiritual growth within a national framework. At the start of the discourse, Fichte reflects on the changes in the world since his previous lectures, emphasizing a shift from self-interest to a greater awareness of collective identity among the German nation. He proposes that in order to rebuild and invigorate the nation, it is essential to recognize and embrace a shared German identity free from external influences. He lays out his intention to provide a clear understanding of a new educational framework that instills true morality and promotes a sense of unity among Germans, allowing them to define their own destiny in a transformative manner. Fichte aims to inspire his audience to take action and engage fully with the ideas presented, setting the stage for a series of speeches that will delve deeper into the specifics of this new approach to national education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fichte, Johann Gottlieb, 1762-1814 |
|---|---|
| Title | Reden an die deutsche Nation |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addresses_to_the_German_Nation Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reden_an_die_deutsche_Nation |
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Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, G. Decknatel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany |
| Subject | National characteristics, German |
| Subject | Germany -- Politics and government -- 1806-1815 |
| Subject | Education and state -- Germany |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48340 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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