Paradise Lost: Books XI-XII - Justification, Providence, and Free Will

Explore the final lecture on Paradise Lost, focusing on Book Twelve's justification for Adam and Eve's expulsion from Eden. Examine Milton's portrayal of God and analyze the poem's closing lines, delving into the complex interplay between Providence and free will. Compare Milton's account with the Genesis narrative and investigate his theological treatise "The Christian Doctrine." Discover conflicting interpretations of key moments in Christian history and contemplate the nature of divine providence in this 46-minute Yale University lecture. Access complete course materials on the Open Yale Courses website for a deeper understanding of Milton's epic poem.

- Chapter 1. Introduction
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- Chapter 2. "The Christian Doctrine": Milton's Theological Treatise
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- Chapter 3. Milton, The Book of Genesis and the Expulsion of Adam and Eve
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- Chapter 4. Milton's Conflicting Accounts of Key Moments in Christian History
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- Chapter 5. God's Divine and Eternal Providence
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