Spinoza’s God: The Mind-Blowing Philosophy That Inspired Einstein - Baruch Spinoza

Baruch Spinoza; a philosopher whose ideas radically reshaped how we think about God, nature, and our place in the world. His ideas were so revolutionary that centuries later, even Albert Einstein was inspired to say, “I believe in Spinoza’s God, who reveals himself in the orderly harmony of what exists.” In the 17th century, at a time when Europe was deeply divided by religious dogmas and political conflicts, Spinoza proposed an entirely new way of understanding reality—one that challenged both religious and philosophical conventions.
So, who was Baruch Spinoza? What made his philosophy so revolutionary? And how does his radical vision of God and nature continue to influence the way we think about freedom, happiness, and the pursuit of knowledge?

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[sdgsuperstar]

Spinoza believed that everything in the universe is determined by natural laws, with no room for randomness or free will as traditionally understood. This determinism led him to conclude that human beings are part of nature and subject to its laws, just like any other being. Yet, Spinoza saw freedom in understanding and accepting this reality. For him, true freedom comes from aligning oneself with nature’s order, achieving peace of mind by understanding the causes of one’s actions and emotions rather than resisting them.

[geaca]

My stepfather told me about Spinoza's idea of God and nature during a walk with the dog, and to me it had the effect as if suddenly a veil was lifted and I could see the trees and nature around me so very vibrantly clear. It was a transformative moment for me.

[susanflaherty]

I discovered Spinoza as a 19 year old college student. I intuitively knew I had found a truth I had somehow always known. Today at age 72 I know I was correct and it brings me great comfort as I look to move on.

[mahenderkumarrathore]

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[marthy]

BECAUSE I respected & admired my late ex-father-in-law so much, and he studied and liked Spinoza, I became interested in Spinoza too. And, since I am interested in sub-atomic physics, Spinoza makes a lot of sense to me. So, here I am, thank you Barney, I like Spinoza too

[tierrajays]

The little girl who asked questions in church and got pinched, thanks you so much for doing this video. I really do hope this reaches whoever need to hear it.

[kathleenandrews]

I was the only person, of 30 students, in my grade 8 class that refused confirmation into the RC religion. I was taught that at age 13 I was considered mature enough to make an adult decision about faith. I had years of my father saying "think for yourself" - so I did. I swear Father L. flinched every time I raised my hand during religion class. He was very understanding when I laid out my reasons for refusing confirmation. He said I had actually given the matter a lot of thought and wasn't surprised. Math and science classes made "sense" to me. My parents were great outdoor enthusiasts. Spent a lot of vacations camping and fishing in the backwoods of Canada. I always felt "apart" of something on those trips. We have lost touch with Mother Nature. Thank you for this very interesting video about Spinoza. Definitely makes sense to me. I think Einstein understood how God "rolls the dice".

[sherry-]

Why have I never heard ANYTHING about this man or his womderful and ground breaking philosophy? Why? It could have made such a difference in my life. I hope everyone on hear that knows about this, shares it w/everyone in their life.

[waynek]

there is an excellent little museum in the old jewish quarter of Amsterdam that holds a fairly large collection of Spinoza's journals documenting his thoughts, reasoning and drawings... well worth the visit

[sylviaowega]

That is a fantastic video. Your interpretation of Spinoza is in fact very accurate, and can definitely see that you took the time to get into the essence of his philosophy, and how he influenced not only the enlightenment philosophers, but also scientists, the creators of the great American Constitution, as well as the continental and postmodernist philosophers.

[svharken]

its not individuals that need freedom its society that needs free individuals

[casperharlet]

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[jamesgonsalves]

The concept was already in existence in ancient India known as Advaitvad ( Creation & Creator are ONE)

[nadiawheeler]

I’m inclined to agree with Mr Spinoza. Freedom to be a part of the whole

[alwaysgreatusa]

The belief 'Nature is God' is actually quite ancient. In particular, it is implicit in many of the so-called 'nature philosophies' of the Pre-Socratic thinkers of Ancient Greece.

[uneedtherapy]

If anything could ever unite us all and get beyond the endless bickering and blood shed of religions it’s this guys work. I still think this will be the “ religion “ of the future.

[Russellinabush]

Not radical ideas, but ideas of truth deemed by others to be radical. Thank you.

[kelleyrc]

Wow! He was way ahead of his time. Thanks 😊

[ewdenver]

This information has been here for 4000 years or better, Einstein realized Spinoza was insightful and educated in spirituality. ❤ Eric Watson Sr.

[nathanthompson]

Yeeeess!!! I have believed this all my life! I never heard anyone with the same idea.