Some of my thoughts on the importance of good friendships through the lens of Spinoza's ethics.

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Chapters:
Introduction: 00:00
1: Descartes' discovery: 01:02
2: The Hot Debate in 17th Century Philosophy: 04:04
3: Descartes' idea of God: 5:36
4: Spinoza's idea of God: 09:01
5: Adequate vs Inadequate Ideas: 12:44
6: Spinoza's Ethics of Friendship: 15:43
Conclusion: The Practical Power of Philosophy: 20:40