The Provinsial Letters (English Version) - Odyssee

The Provincial Letters by Blaise Pascal is a series of eighteen satirical letters written under the pseudonym Louis de Montalte, aimed at defending the Jansenists—particularly Antoine Arnauld—against accusations from the Jesuits. Composed between 1656 and 1657, the letters critique the Jesuits’ moral theology, especially their use of casuistry, which Pascal portrays as intellectually dishonest and spiritually corrupt. Through sharp wit and irony, Pascal exposes how Jesuit theologians manipulated doctrine to justify questionable moral behavior, thereby undermining genuine Christian piety and integrity.

Beyond the immediate religious controversy, The Provincial Letters had a lasting impact on French prose and public discourse. Pascal’s clear, elegant style helped popularize complex theological debates and made them accessible to a broader audience. The work champions sincerity, conscience, and the moral seriousness of faith over legalistic or opportunistic interpretations of doctrine. As both a literary and theological achievement, The Provincial Letters represents a powerful critique of religious hypocrisy and a defense of spiritual authenticity.

Penulis: Blaise Pascal

Penerbit: Odise, 2025

Kategori: Filsafat

SKU: BRD24266

Bahasa: English

Dimensi: 14 x 20 cm l Sofcover 

Tebal: Vi + 310 hlm | Bookpaper

Harga: 120.000