There are many different approaches to philosophy justice. This article looks at Socrates’ answer, Rawls’ theory of justice, Nagel’s theory of justice, and the Principle of non-opposition. All three are important, but Socrates’ is perhaps the most interesting. Read on to find out what each of them says about justice. Hopefully, the article will help…
In this article, we will compare the main features of western philosophy with those of Eastern philosophy. We will also discuss how neo-Confucianism and Buddhism have shaped western philosophy and the influence of yoga on both systems. While these differences are quite obvious, we will also look at some of the main differences between the…
Philosophers of the ancient world are known for their contribution to logic, medicine, and politics, and Aristotle is no exception. These contributions to these fields, among others, were crucial in forming the Western world’s view on these subjects. In this article, we’ll focus on the contributions Aristotle made to each one, as well as to…
The study of philosophy and psychology addresses issues concerning the ontological and epistemological underpinnings of psychology. These fields share a great deal of common ground with theoretical psychology and the philosophy of mind. Here are some key topics to consider when studying philosophy and psychology. The first question that arises in such studies is “what…
In the field of philosophy, belief has many different definitions. Some philosophers refer to belief as “the notion which is in the soul and about the actual character of an object.” Others, such as William James, Blaise Pascal, and Saadiah, refer to belief as “the cream of investigation.” Whatever the definition, there are criteria that…
Philosophers’ guilds are like candy stores for intellectuals. But what is the philosophy of a philosopher’s guild? There is a tradition and purpose for the guild. So, what do the Philosophers’ Guild meetings look like? The Philosophy Guild meets weekly over Jitsi and hosts bimonthly talks on the Culture of Noisebridge. The philosophy guild will…
If you have been following the philosophy of Martin Heidegger, then you have probably read some of his most famous texts. These include Ontology, Being and Time, Hermeneutik der Faktizitat, and Phronesis. You may be wondering what philosophy Heidegger is all about, but we will take a look at a few key themes and concepts….
Philosophers have long debated the subject of human nature. The debates have included the works of Hobbes, Aristotle, and Nietzsche, although Hobbes’s views on the subject are of special interest here. Let us now examine the contributions of each to the discussion. This will allow us to draw some conclusions and formulate our own positions….
Philosophy of music is a branch of philosophy that explores the fundamental questions of music, including the nature of its experience and its relation to aesthetics and metaphysics. Among other subjects, philosophy of music explores questions related to the relationship between music and aesthetics, as well as the role of art in society and culture….
Vedanta is one of the six major schools of Hindu philosophy. It literally means “end of the Vedas” and incorporates ideas from the Upanishads. Its core ideas are knowledge and freedom. However, Vedanta is not without its critics. Let’s explore some of the common misconceptions about Vedanta. Also known as the ‘new philosophy of life’,…