Here's an article on Spinoza.
www.newyorker.com
A few POD's to consider:
1, Spinoza remains Jewish and continues to develop similar views as IOTL. He convinces the community to at least consider his ideas.
2. Spinoza accepts the professor position and becomes more prominent.
3. Spinoza dies much later, at age 74 instead of 44.
Baruch Spinoza and the Art of Thinking in Dangerous Times
The philosopher was a champion of political and intellectual freedom, but he had no interest in being a martyr. Instead, he shows us how prudence and boldness can go hand in hand.
A few POD's to consider:
1, Spinoza remains Jewish and continues to develop similar views as IOTL. He convinces the community to at least consider his ideas.
2. Spinoza accepts the professor position and becomes more prominent.
3. Spinoza dies much later, at age 74 instead of 44.
