Everyday Erudition: John Locke, the Bible and the Challenge of Early Modern Biblical Scholarship

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

John Locke's approach to learning highlights its role as a common tool for navigating religious understanding, aiding individuals in their quest for knowledge.
The article introduces the concept of 'everyday erudition' to describe how scholars like Locke utilized learning as a shared social currency.
Evidence from Locke's manuscripts and correspondence reveals the depth of his religious reading and scholarly engagement beyond clerical circles.
This perspective challenges traditional views on scholarship's separation from societal interests, emphasizing the interconnection between knowledge and religious context.

Discussion

No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.

This analysis uncovers how John Locke used learning for confessional objectives in early modern society, suggesting a broader view of scholarship.

Timothy Twining (2025) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

This analysis uncovers how John Locke used learning for confessional objectives in early modern society, suggesting a broader view of scholarship.