the history of conservatism

what event was conservatism a reaction of

the enlightenment

give example of events during the enlightenment

the glorious revolution (1689)

American declaration of independence (1776)

french revolution (1789)

what ideas do conservatives promotion

change to conserve

why does the conservative opinions on the enlightenment differ from the liberal

ruthless imposition of ‘reason’ and toher el=nlightnment ideals could have shocking - horrific consequences

accept reform while rejecting revolution → respect the case for change while warning of its dangers

what does russell kirk say relating to the conservative state of mind

conservatism in ideology: it is a state of mind, a type of character, a way of looking at civil social order

the conservative movement … can accommodate a considerable diverity of views on a good many subjects