Question

Summarise the attributes of a nation ,as Renan understands them. Why in his view are nations important ?

Answer 1

Answer:

According to Renan nations are formed by a common language, race, religion or territory. It is the culmination of a long past of endeavour, sacrifices and devotion. ... Nations are important because their existence guarantee Liberty. The liberty of individuals would be lost if they are no nations.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Ernst Renan was a  French philosopher who delivered a speech at the University of Sorbonne in 1882. In that speech he outlined the idea of what makes a nation. According to Renan nations are formed by a common language, race, religion or territory. It is the culmination of a long past of endeavour, sacrifices and devotion. A nation does not take any interest in annexing or  holding onto another Nation against its will.

Nations are important because their existence guarantee Liberty. The liberty of individuals would be lost if they are no nations.

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