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System of Political Discipline

System of Political Discipline - Paperback

by Bartholomew Keckermann
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Availability:In StockContributor:Bartholomew Keckermann, Stephen Wolfe, Caelanus UmbraPublish date:12/6/2025Pages:496
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Sacra PressISBN-13:9781967584055ISBN-10:1967584052UPC:9781967584055Book Category:Political Science, PhilosophyBook Subcategory:Religion, Politics & State, Political, History & TheorySize:10.00 x 7.00 x 1.35 inchesWeight:2.53Product ID:SC4RS8AMJE

Bartholomew Keckermann's System of Political Discipline (1607) is a masterful work which sets forth a complete system of political rule grounded in virtue, hierarchy, and the common good. Rejecting the modern ideals of neutrality and tolerance, Keckermann envisions a Christian polity where law and princely example form a virtuous and pious people. Civil power directs all private and public life to splendor, discipline, and the perfection of the state, where great men of heroic virtue lead the nation to greatness. What moderns dismiss as "totalitarian," "authoritarian," or "fascist" is, in truth, the ancient wisdom of Christendom.

Among the subjects covered:

  • The nature and end of political society
  • The origin and purpose of political power
  • The education, virtues, and majesty of the prince
  • Counsel, law, and administration of justice
  • Defense, punishment, and the care of the realm
  • Religion as the perfection of the polity and the prince's care
  • The heroic character and duty of rulers
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Sacra PressISBN-13:9781967584055ISBN-10:1967584052UPC:9781967584055Book Category:Political Science, PhilosophyBook Subcategory:Religion, Politics & State, Political, History & TheorySize:10.00 x 7.00 x 1.35 inchesWeight:2.53Product ID:SC4RS8AMJE
Keckermann, Bartholomew: - Bartholomew Keckermann (1572-1609) was a German Reformed scholar and political theorist. Trained at Wittenberg, Leipzig, & Heidelberg, he later became professor of philosophy at Danzig Academic Gymanisum. He produced a system of works-on logic, physics, metaphysics, economics, ethics, and politics-considered an early encyclopedia, by which he influenced both Europe and early America.Wolfe, Stephen: - Stephen Wolfe is a country scholar and political theorist rooted in Wolfeshire, North Carolina, where he and his wife raise their four children. A former postdoctoral fellow of Princeton University's James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions, Wolfe now divides his time between writing, teaching, and podcasting. He is the author of The Case for Christian Nationalism, host of The Lone Bulwark, co-host of Ars Politica, and contributor to First Things, Chronicles Magazine, American Reformer, and History of Political Thought.
Publisher: Sacra Press

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Bartholomew Keckermann, Stephen Wolfe, Caelanus Umbra

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Bartholomew Keckermann

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