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A-Z: General definitions: Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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(1712-1778) An eighteenth century humanist philosopher from the Republic of Geneva. His ideas on citizenship, education and democracy provided much of the basis of modern political and social thought. His work was particularly influential in the French Revolution which occurred shortly after his death.
1. A student of human affairs, or of human nature.
2. In the Renaissance a student of language, literature, and material culture of Rome, and Greece.
3. Someone who believes that it is possible to lead a good life without dependence on religious be
A person who studies or is educated in philosophy.
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, resulted in the overthrow of the French monarchy and ultimately helped Napoleon Bonaparte to seize control in 1799.
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