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These writings challenged traditional social, religious, and political values.
Voltaire did not believe in organized religion and was critical of the Catholic Church.
religion
The writings of 18th century French philosophers Diderot, Rousseau, and Voltaire were influenced by the Enlightenment ideals of reason, individualism, and social justice. They advocated for freedom of thought, human rights, and the separation of church and state. Their works challenged traditional authority and promoted progressive ideas on politics, society, and philosophy.
The political beliefs of the Voltaire included the belief that human beings are generally evil and should be accorded evil treatment as well.
In the context of Germany in the World War II era, traditional leaders were in fact being challenged -- by the Nazis -- in several different respects. First, the traditional Western leaders of Europe, Great Britain and France, were being directly challenged. Second, within Germany, the traditional military leadership was challenged both directly and indirectly. Finally, and also within Germany, the traditional social leadership of parents, pastors, and local politicians was systematically (if often subtly) challenged by the Nazis in many different ways.
The belief of naturalism.
Voltaire believed that human beings are basically evil and need to be treated that way. He promoted religious freedom and social reform. He spoke out against the French government and the Roman Catholic Church.
Voltaire, he was the philosopher who also believed in freedom of belief.
Shiite
Voltaire shared a belief in the importance of individual freedoms and liberties, which aligns with the democratic ideal of the United States. He championed freedom of speech, religion, and thought, values that are foundational to American democracy. Additionally, both Voltaire and the US democratic ideal emphasize the importance of critical thinking, reason, and the pursuit of knowledge.
Enlightenment ideals are socially destructive and should be challenged.