The State as the Bearer of Society: the Germ of “Religious Socialism” in Schelling’s last political philosophy

Key Points

• To explore the notion of the state as a representative of society within Schelling's political philosophy, particularly focusing on religious socialism.
• Literary analysis of Schelling's texts
• Thematic exploration of key concepts
• Contextual examination of societal implications
• Identified key elements of religious socialism in Schelling’s work
• Demonstrated the connections between the state and society in his philosophy
• Highlighted the relevance of his ideas for contemporary discussions on socio-political frameworks