Karl Marx: Philosophy and Revolution

Karl Marx (1818–1883), a philosopher, historian, sociologist, economist, journalist, and editor, was a revolutionary thinker of modern history. However, his Jewish background is often overlooked or misrepresented. Distinguished scholar Shlomo Avineri argues that Marx’s Jewish origins significantly impacted his work. Born in Trier, Prussia, Marx’s family enjoyed equal rights under French control. But Prussia’s annexation deprived the Jewish population of these rights, leading to his father’s reluctant conversion and radicalizing young intellectuals. Avineri provides a balanced perspective on Marx’s Jewish background and traces his intellectual development in historical, intellectual, and political contexts.

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