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The 1755 Lisbon earthquake significantly challenged the foundations of the Enlightenment.

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The thread discusses the 1755 Lisbon earthquake and its impact on the Enlightenment, questioning whether the disaster was divine punishment or man-made. It highlights the historical and philosophical significance of the event.

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The 1755 Lisbon earthquake significantly challenged the foundations of the Enlightenment.
Parent: HistoryEntity: Lisbon Earthquake of 1755Impact: negativeDate: Nov 3, 2026Target: The impact of the Lisbon earthquake on the Enlightenment

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The earthquake that hit Lisbon in 1755 toppled buildings and shook the foundations of the #Enlightenment. Was God punishing humanity, or was the disaster man-made? ✍️ Damien Kempf https://buff.ly/Yq2yeI6
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#enlightenment
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The earthquake that hit Lisbon in 1755 toppled buildings and shook the foundations of the #Enlightenment. Was God punishing humanity, or was the disaster man-made? ✍️ Damien Kempf https://buff.ly/Yq2yeI6
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#enlightenment