Jacques-Bénigne Bosuet

Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet was a French bishop and theologian, renowned for his sermons and other addresses. He was one of the most influential figures in French society during the 17th century and a leading advocate of the divine right of kings, which held that the monarchy was the legitimate ruling power ordained by God. Bossuet was also a tutor to the Dauphin, the heir to the French throne, and his works include 'Discourse on Universal History' (1681), 'Politics Drawn from the Very Words of Holy Scripture' (1709), and numerous orations and writings on religion and morality.

Books

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  1. 1. Funerary Orations

    Cover of 'Funerary Orations' by Jacques-Bénigne Bosuet

    "Funerary Orations" is a collection of sermons delivered by a prominent 17th-century French bishop and theologian, renowned for his eloquence and powerful rhetoric. The book comprises a series of eulogies for notable individuals of the time, including princes, princesses, and other members of the aristocracy. Through these orations, the author reflects on the lives and virtues of the deceased, while also contemplating the transient nature of life, the certainty of death, and the Christian perspective on mortality and the afterlife. His speeches are celebrated for their rich language, persuasive arguments, and the insight they provide into the religious and social values of his era.

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