A Biblia da Humanidade

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A Biblia da Humanidade

by Antero de Quental

PT·~25 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

ANTHERO DE QUENTAL

25:30

Description

A sprawling meditation on the hidden divinity within every human being, this work invites listeners to wander through the inner dialogue of ancient philosophers and mystics. Drawing on the voices of Socrates and Christ, it weaves a lyrical tapestry that juxtaposes Greek rationalism with Semitic spirituality, suggesting that humanity’s destiny lies in reconciling these opposing currents. The prose unfolds like a reverent lecture, yet its cadence carries the rhythm of poetry, echoing the 19th‑century literary salons from which it emerged.

Through vivid imagery of bridges, temples, and celestial horizons, the author sketches a vision of unity that feels both timeless and urgently contemporary. The narrative is anchored in historical references—Greek agora, Roman capitol, early Christian gatherings—while always circling back to the central claim that “the god within man remains unknown yet present.” Listeners will find themselves contemplating the paradox of a world divided by culture yet bound by a shared, hidden spark.

The opening sections set the stage for a grand, philosophical odyssey, offering a gentle yet profound invitation to explore the paradoxes of faith, reason, and the universal longing for connection. As the ideas unfold, a quiet hope emerges: that recognizing the divine within each other could be the first step toward a deeper, more harmonious humanity.

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pt

Duration

~25 minutes (24K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search)

Release date

2010-06-18

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Antero de Quental

Antero de Quental

1842–1891

A restless, searching voice in Portuguese literature, this poet and thinker helped push his generation beyond Romanticism toward sharper social and philosophical questions. His sonnets are still admired for the way they blend deep feeling with serious thought.

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