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6. Graphics Referenced

Glossary 6: Graphics Referenced

Name and subject of charts, maps, slides, diagrams, or timelines displayed in the lecture in alphabetical orderDescription of visual information conveyedSource
Achilles and the Tortoise Paradox DiagramInfographic illustrating Zeno's paradox of motion, demonstrating sequential stages where Achilles pursues but mathematically never passes a tortoise.260901
"A Medieval Christian conception of creation"Medieval manuscript illustration showing an active, anthropomorphic God holding a compass to measure and create the boundary of the circular cosmos, demonstrating a dualistic view where creation is separate from God.260901
"All Aboard..." SlidePresentation slide depicting a fast-moving modern red train next to the presenter, with bullet points summarizing Spinoza's logical train of thought about how "substance" is self-originating, unlimited, and infinite.260901
"Creation of the Sun, Moon, and Plants" by MichelangeloDetail of the famous Sistine Chapel ceiling fresco showing a dynamic, powerful God flying through the sky with arms outstretched, representing the traditional transcendent creator God that Spinoza rejected.260901
"Diagram of Spinoza's metaphysics"Concept diagram showing "Substance" at the top splitting into attributes of "extension" and "thought," which flow down into immediate and mediate "modes" (the material universe and infinite idea of God, Natura Naturata), ending with "individual things."260901
"Every contingent fact has a sufficient reason" ImageSlide graphic featuring three fresh chicken eggs in a nest with a hen in the background, illustrating the causality cycle (the chicken and the egg) to represent the Principle of Sufficient Reason.260901
"Library of Leiden University"Historical print illustrating the Leiden University library in 1575, depicting large bookshelves arranged by subject (Theologia, Philosophia, Mathematica) and scholars discussing ideas, demonstrating the centers of Dutch intellectualism.260901
Map of Iberia in 1150 and 1300Dual map showing the shifting political boundaries of the Iberian Peninsula, tracking the Christian kingdoms (León, Castile, Aragon, Portugal) expanding and the Muslim realms shrinking until only Granada remained.260901
Map of the Dutch Republic and Spanish NetherlandsGeographic map detailing the territory of the independent northern United Provinces of the Dutch Republic versus the southern Spanish Netherlands held by the crown of Spain during the Eighty Years' War.260901
"Mass baptism in Granada in 1500"Historical painting depicting the forced conversions of Muslims (Moriscos) to Christianity, showing infants and mothers crying as a Catholic priest administers baptism in Granada, illustrating the rise of the Inquisitions.260901
"Ontological Arguments" SlidePresentation slide featuring a vibrant painting of a burning bush and text summarizing René Descartes' ontological argument that since existence is a perfection, a supremely perfect being (God) must necessarily exist.260901
Portrait of Baruch Spinoza (1666)Oil painting showing a young, dark-haired Baruch Spinoza sitting at a writing desk in a black cloak and classical white collar.260901
Portrait of Franciscus van den Enden (1602-1674)Close-up portrait of the ex-Jesuit Dutch philosopher, radical democrat, and Latin tutor of Spinoza.260901
Portrait of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (1646-1716)Painting of the German rationalist philosopher and mathematician wearing an elaborate, dark, curly, full-bottomed wig and formal European attire.260901
Portrait of Parmenides of EleaMarble bust sculpture of the pre-Socratic Greek philosopher, depicting him with curly hair and a classical philosopher's beard.260901
Portrait of René Descartes (1596-1650)Oil painting showing the French rationalist philosopher with shoulder-length dark hair, a mustache, and a prominent white collar.260901
Portrait of Uriel da Costa (1585-1640)Renaissance/Baroque portrait painting of the Portuguese Jewish philosopher who challenged Rabbinic tradition and was excommunicated.260901
"Spinoza's excommunication" and Name Crossed OffComposite image displaying a historical list of Talmud Torah students where Spinoza's name is heavily crossed out with ink lines, paired with a painting depicting Spinoza walking pensively past members of the synagogue.260901
"The meaning of Transubstantiation..."Photograph showing a priest holding up the consecrated host and chalice during Mass, used to illustrate the theological concept of "substance" vs. physical material.260901
"The Theology of Spinoza" Title SlideTitle graphic showing a large portrait of Baruch Spinoza next to the logo for Centreplace and the presenter's video feed.260901
Title Page of Spinoza's EthicaCover page of the posthumously printed 1677 book Ethica Ordine Geometrico demonstrata, outlining its geometric method and its parts.260901
"Uriel da Costa speaking in a synagogue"Nineteenth-century painting showing Uriel da Costa standing on a platform, pleading his case or speaking to members of the synagogue congregation who look on skeptically.260901
Uriel da Costa's Examination of Pharisaic Traditions Book CoverModern publication cover page showing the title of Uriel da Costa's controversial book which questioned the immortality of the soul and led to his persecution.260901