Deutsche Freiheit: Ein Weckruf

Name: Deutsche Freiheit: Ein Weckruf
Author: Rudolf Eucken

By Rudolf Eucken

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A reflective manifesto urges preservation and deepening of spiritual freedom while cultivating genuine political liberty. It frames freedom as central to modern life, distinguishes inner intellectual and moral autonomy from civic and national self-government, and critiques a centralized, bureaucratic order that restricts popular participation. The argument warns that radical democratic and socialist currents can imperil liberty and insists that cultural renewal, strengthened moral individuality, and conscious civic engagement are needed to secure political freedom without sacrificing inner independence.

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Rudolf Eucken

Rudolf Eucken was a German philosopher and Nobel laureate known for his contributions to the fields of ethics and idealism. His works often explore the relationship between ethics and modern thought, as exemplified in his notable book "Ethics and Modern Thought: A Theory of Their Relations." Eucken's philosophy emphasizes the significance of life’s purpose and values, which he articulates in texts such as "Life's Basis and Life's Ideal: The Fundamentals of a New Philosophy of Life" and "Der Sinn und Wert des Lebens." His writings reflect a deep engagement with the spiritual and existential questions of his time, making him a prominent figure in German philosophical thought.