In this episode we look at what was motivating Spinoza to his major life decision. We also examine the difference between how the term philosophy was understood in Spinoza's times and how it is understood today? What was the original meaning of the term? When was the distinction made between philosophy and science? We also examine what Spinoza did after he was ejected from the Jewish community.

The episode starts with a short appreciation of R Chaim Kanievsky.

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