Social and Political Ethics: Arguing and Justifying

This lecture delves into the analysis of religious opposition and the Jewish question by Bauer, emphasizing the need for self-emancipation before emancipating others. It explores the essence of the Christian state, the nature of political emancipation, and the relationship between the state, religion, and civil society. The discussion extends to human rights, the distinction between citizen and man, and the practical implications of political emancipation. Through critical examination, the lecture highlights the contradictions between political democracy, human emancipation, and religious beliefs, ultimately questioning the true realization of human rights and the essence of man in society.