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Carlos Fraenkel is a Professor of Philosophy at McGill University, holding the James McGill Professorship with a joint appointment in Philosophy and Jewish Studies. He previously served as a professor of comparative religion and philosophy at Oxford University and has held visiting positions at institutions including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Al-Quds University, and the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales in Paris. Born in Germany and Brazil, he earned his MA and PhD from Free University Berlin in collaboration with the Hebrew University.
His research focuses on ancient, medieval, and early modern philosophy, particularly Islamic and Jewish thought, alongside political philosophy. Key works include *Philosophical Religions from Plato to Spinoza* and *Teaching Plato in Palestine*, which explores philosophy's role in divided societies. Fraenkel's essays appear in outlets like *The New York Times*, *London Review of Books*, and *Boston Review*. He has received prestigious awards such as the Shlomo Pines Prize and the Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-Fiction.
His teaching emphasizes logical rigor and dialectical virtues, aiming to foster collaborative truth-seeking. Current research interests include medieval philosophy, philosophical theology, and the application of ancient thought to modern ethical dilemmas. Fraenkel advocates for a 'culture of debate' to address cultural and political divides, blending rigorous scholarship with public intellectual engagement.
