Memorials of Human Superstition being a paraphrase and commentary on the Historia Flagellantium of the Abbé Boileau, Doctor of the Sorbonne

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In an era marked by profound religious fervor and the quest for enlightenment, "Memorials of Human Superstition" by Jean Louis de Lolme offers a critical examination of the unsettling practices of self-flagellation within Christianity. This insightful paraphrase and commentary on the "Historia Flagellantium" by Abbé Boileau delves into the psychological and societal implications of these rituals, challenging the notion of unalienable rights in the face of such extreme devotion. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this work invites readers to reflect on the complexities of faith and fanaticism. With its rigorous analysis and compelling narrative, de Lolme's exploration serves as a vital resource for understanding the interplay between belief and human behavior.

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