The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated by John Henry Newman
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| Author | Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890 |
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| Title |
The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated
In Nine Discourses Delivered to the Catholics of Dublin |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Summary | "The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated" by John Henry Newman is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the principles and purposes of a university education, emphasizing the importance of a holistic understanding of knowledge, particularly in the context of Catholic education. Newman's main argument is that a university should aim not only to impart knowledge but also to cultivate intellectual and moral virtues among students. The opening of the text introduces Newman's reflections on university education and its necessity in a society where Catholics have historically been deprived of access to a comprehensive and relevant formal education. He discusses the essential role of theology within the university setting, arguing that excluding it from the curriculum undermines the institution's purpose and integrity as a place of universal knowledge. Newman invokes the teachings of the Catholic Church to justify the establishment of a university that is both intellectually rigorous and deeply connected to religious truth, asserting that a true university education must encompass all branches of knowledge, including the divine. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Universities and colleges |
| Subject | Education, Higher |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24526 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 835 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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