Profession of faith of the Savoyard vicar illustration from LEmile by Jean-Jacques Rousseau 1712-78

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The "Profession of Faith of the Savoyard Vicar" is a significant section within Jean-Jacques Rousseau's seminal work, "Émile, or On Education" (1762), which outlines a philosophical treatise on the nature of man and his education. This particular section is presented as a philosophical novel within the larger work and is known for its exploration of religious belief and natural religion, diverging from traditional Christian dogma of the time.

The illustration "Profession of Faith of the Savoyard Vicar" by Jean-Michel Moreau, also known as Moreau le Jeune (1741–1814), is a visual representation of this critical segment of Rousseau's text. Moreau, a prominent French illustrator and engraver of the 18th century, was known for his detailed and expressive engravings that often depicted scenes from contemporary literature, including the works of Rousseau.

In the illustration, Moreau captures the moment when the young protagonist of "Émile," under the guidance of his tutor, encounters the Savoyard Vicar, a character who expresses Rousseau's own deistic beliefs. The vicar's "profession of faith" is a declaration of his personal religious convictions, which emphasize the importance of reason and the existence of a benevolent deity, while rejecting the supernatural aspects of organized religion.

Moreau's illustration is not only a visual accompaniment to Rousseau's text but also serves as a historical artifact that reflects the Enlightenment's critical engagement with religion and the emphasis on individual conscience. The artwork is characteristic of the period's aesthetic, with attention to detail and an emphasis on the conveyance of philosophical ideas through visual media.

The illustration is an important piece of cultural history, offering insight into the Enlightenment era's intellectual currents and the role of art in disseminating and complementing philosophical discourse. As such, it remains a subject of interest for scholars of literature, philosophy, and art history, and continues to be studied for its contribution to the understanding of Rousseau's thought and the broader cultural context of the 18th century.

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