Atheism's opposite is theism Rationalism's opposite is irrationalism Why the controversy?
Q. Rationalism=Reliance on reason as the best guide for belief and action. Philosophy. The theory that the exercise of reason, rather than experience, authority, or spiritual revelation, provides the primary basis for knowledge. Irrationalism=1 : a system emphasizing intuition, instinct, feeling, or faith rather than reason or holding that the universe is governed by irrational forces 2 : the quality or state of being irrational People I don't make up these definitions. They are from the dictionary. It is not my fault they accurately describe christians.
Asked by Cool Lou - Wed Jan 14 13:19:35 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Or anyone else, for that matter. Like everyone. Except Spock.
Answered by Rebekah - Wed Jan 14 13:24:59 2009
Q. Rationalism=Reliance on reason as the best guide for belief and action. Philosophy. The theory that the exercise of reason, rather than experience, authority, or spiritual revelation, provides the primary basis for knowledge. Irrationalism=1 : a system emphasizing intuition, instinct, feeling, or faith rather than reason or holding that the universe is governed by irrational forces 2 : the quality or state of being irrational People I don't make up these definitions. They are from the dictionary. It is not my fault they accurately describe christians.
Asked by Cool Lou - Wed Jan 14 13:19:35 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Or anyone else, for that matter. Like everyone. Except Spock.
Answered by Rebekah - Wed Jan 14 13:24:59 2009
How many Philosopher throughout time have actually lived in actions there own philosophy?
Q. How many philosophers simply remain writers, professors or thinkers living their philosophy's only in theory and not in everyday actions? And should one take those ideas written by men and women who never lived what they preached seriously? Can such a philosophy have any validity? sorry,English is not my mother tongue.
Asked by Gokkun Therapy - Mon Sep 15 20:54:22 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. most of the true philosophers throughout time have lived their ideals. the Dali lama is a prime example of this in modern times. also Gandhi is another prime example. some would call bob marley a philosopher, and i'd have to agree, and he also lived his teachings of peace and harmony.
Answered by shanneygannock - Mon Sep 15 21:01:56 2008
Q. How many philosophers simply remain writers, professors or thinkers living their philosophy's only in theory and not in everyday actions? And should one take those ideas written by men and women who never lived what they preached seriously? Can such a philosophy have any validity? sorry,English is not my mother tongue.
Asked by Gokkun Therapy - Mon Sep 15 20:54:22 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. most of the true philosophers throughout time have lived their ideals. the Dali lama is a prime example of this in modern times. also Gandhi is another prime example. some would call bob marley a philosopher, and i'd have to agree, and he also lived his teachings of peace and harmony.
Answered by shanneygannock - Mon Sep 15 21:01:56 2008
Are there any Religious people who follow the philosophy of Utilitarianism?
Q. - Utilitarianism is the philosophy that an action is determined as right or wrong on the basis of the pleasure and pain it produces. E.g killing one person to save two. If you are religious and believe this, does't this clash with the teachings of your religion?
Asked by tullfrog - Sat Sep 20 03:03:06 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. J.S. Mill didn't think so. He argued that God was also a Utilitarian in his famous essay Utilitarianism.
Answered by Citizen Of The Cosmos - Sat Sep 20 03:19:30 2008
Q. - Utilitarianism is the philosophy that an action is determined as right or wrong on the basis of the pleasure and pain it produces. E.g killing one person to save two. If you are religious and believe this, does't this clash with the teachings of your religion?
Asked by tullfrog - Sat Sep 20 03:03:06 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. J.S. Mill didn't think so. He argued that God was also a Utilitarian in his famous essay Utilitarianism.
Answered by Citizen Of The Cosmos - Sat Sep 20 03:19:30 2008
Philosophers, how does confidence work with doubt?
Q. If confidence is certainty in an action. And philosophy requires doubt as a first step. How does one work with the other? Is this a subset to the problem of induction? Where induction can't be proven, yet we need it for daily survival?
Asked by justaguyinthecrowd - Wed Apr 29 18:06:08 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This is a fantastic question. The reality is that doubt and/or questioning is really investing confidence within a moment at that object. For instance, for me to doubt God's existence is for me to have faith in the idea that he might not exist within the moment that I am contemplating this. Another way of answering your question is through this little saying of mine: Questions require Quests, Quests require Seeking, Seeking requires Believing and Believing requires faith. That is the conundrum.
Answered by markisfamily - Wed Apr 29 18:17:58 2009
Q. If confidence is certainty in an action. And philosophy requires doubt as a first step. How does one work with the other? Is this a subset to the problem of induction? Where induction can't be proven, yet we need it for daily survival?
Asked by justaguyinthecrowd - Wed Apr 29 18:06:08 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This is a fantastic question. The reality is that doubt and/or questioning is really investing confidence within a moment at that object. For instance, for me to doubt God's existence is for me to have faith in the idea that he might not exist within the moment that I am contemplating this. Another way of answering your question is through this little saying of mine: Questions require Quests, Quests require Seeking, Seeking requires Believing and Believing requires faith. That is the conundrum.
Answered by markisfamily - Wed Apr 29 18:17:58 2009
What is the anatomy of a modern-day revolution in America?
Q. revolution | rev lo sh n| - a forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system. For the sake of argument, lets say you woke up today to find that the constitution has been suspended indefinitely. Those that have do so explain to the people that America must take 2 steps back in order to take 10 steps forward as the rationale for their actions. The philosophy being that 'you can't fix a car while its running'. Put yourself on both ends of the spectrum. If you as the President, absolutely had to suspend freedoms in order to save us from ourselves, why would you do it and what are your motives? Even if you mean no harm, and intentions are genuinely honorable. As the citizen who has awoken to this news on… [cont.]
Asked by Quinton B - Fri Feb 2 13:55:42 2007 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. We have a history of suspending personal freedoms. During World War II, thousand of Americans of Asian decent were removed from their homes, had their property seized by the government, and were placed in internment camps. During the same time citizens of German heritage were routinely questioned by authorities. In both cases the American public did nothing. If that would happen today, the majority of Americans would rationalize the gravity of the situation and do nothing.
Answered by mediahoney - Fri Feb 2 14:10:02 2007
Q. revolution | rev lo sh n| - a forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system. For the sake of argument, lets say you woke up today to find that the constitution has been suspended indefinitely. Those that have do so explain to the people that America must take 2 steps back in order to take 10 steps forward as the rationale for their actions. The philosophy being that 'you can't fix a car while its running'. Put yourself on both ends of the spectrum. If you as the President, absolutely had to suspend freedoms in order to save us from ourselves, why would you do it and what are your motives? Even if you mean no harm, and intentions are genuinely honorable. As the citizen who has awoken to this news on… [cont.]
Asked by Quinton B - Fri Feb 2 13:55:42 2007 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. We have a history of suspending personal freedoms. During World War II, thousand of Americans of Asian decent were removed from their homes, had their property seized by the government, and were placed in internment camps. During the same time citizens of German heritage were routinely questioned by authorities. In both cases the American public did nothing. If that would happen today, the majority of Americans would rationalize the gravity of the situation and do nothing.
Answered by mediahoney - Fri Feb 2 14:10:02 2007
How did Nicholas Romanov II fall short of Niccolo Machiavelli's ideals and standards in "The Prince"?
Q. Would Machiavelli have approved or disapproved of Nicholas' actions and philosophy? Why or why not? And site some examples. A friend and I are working on our paper for English, and we get stumped every time! We're doing the second draft, right now, and we still can't figure stuff out! We've only done three pages, so far. It should be from five to seven. And it's due on Monday! Normally, I wouldn't ask help on here, but we're out of ideas!
Asked by Tamahome - Fri Mar 27 16:43:27 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Machiavelli would not have approved of Nicholas's actions. Machiavelli's works, the Prince and The Discourses on Livy, are a guide book for rulers in how to stay in power. machiavelli draws upon historical examples of how both good and bad leadership have led to success or failure. He would have been appalled at how Nicholas threw away supreme power through his own actions. He would have admired his attempts at industrialisation, although he would have looked at Britain and Germany and how they became industrial powers. He would also have examined why France threw off their absolute monarchy in such a bloody way. Machiavelli said "...it is better to be feared than loved." Nicholas thought that the Russian people loved him. The 1905… [cont.]
Answered by Spellbound - Fri Mar 27 17:28:56 2009
Q. Would Machiavelli have approved or disapproved of Nicholas' actions and philosophy? Why or why not? And site some examples. A friend and I are working on our paper for English, and we get stumped every time! We're doing the second draft, right now, and we still can't figure stuff out! We've only done three pages, so far. It should be from five to seven. And it's due on Monday! Normally, I wouldn't ask help on here, but we're out of ideas!
Asked by Tamahome - Fri Mar 27 16:43:27 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Machiavelli would not have approved of Nicholas's actions. Machiavelli's works, the Prince and The Discourses on Livy, are a guide book for rulers in how to stay in power. machiavelli draws upon historical examples of how both good and bad leadership have led to success or failure. He would have been appalled at how Nicholas threw away supreme power through his own actions. He would have admired his attempts at industrialisation, although he would have looked at Britain and Germany and how they became industrial powers. He would also have examined why France threw off their absolute monarchy in such a bloody way. Machiavelli said "...it is better to be feared than loved." Nicholas thought that the Russian people loved him. The 1905… [cont.]
Answered by Spellbound - Fri Mar 27 17:28:56 2009
Does anyone here have any anime recommendations?
Q. I like spirituality, action, philosophy, comedy, and even a little bit of romance in my anime. Some ecchi/nudity is fine, but NO hentai (porn) or incest anime ! The series must be available as a boxed set on DVD (Region 1 [ US/Canada release]) Here's just some of the anime that I own to give you an idea of what I like: Witch Hunter Robin Neon Genesis Evangelion (including the movies) Serial Experiments:lain Cowboy Bebop (and its movie) Noir Gunslinger Girl (both series) Earth Maiden Arjuna Azumanga Daioh! Tenchi Muyo! (OVA's 1-3) Hell Girl (season 1) Samurai Champloo Blood+ (and the movie) Moribito Eureka Seven Kamichu! Witchblade and several Miyazaki movies (Kiki's Delivery Service, Whisper of the Heart, Princess… [cont.]
Asked by freespirit12212000 - Tue Sep 29 04:19:55 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First off, let me congratulate you on your fine taste (since you like a lot of the same stuff I do). Ghost in the Shell is cyberpunk, made by the same people who did Moribito. Old movie, newer movie, two seasons of TV show, movie based on the TV show. Vampire hunter D and Hellsing for something gothic. As a hyuuuge fan of ABe, who wrote Lain, I recommend his other works NieA_7 (slice of life) and Haibane Renmei (philosophical fantasy). I didn't get into Texhnolyze though. Oh, and definitely check out Sola. That's got supernatural, fantasy, action, and philosophy in one box.
Answered by mukansamonkey - Tue Sep 29 04:52:23 2009
Q. I like spirituality, action, philosophy, comedy, and even a little bit of romance in my anime. Some ecchi/nudity is fine, but NO hentai (porn) or incest anime ! The series must be available as a boxed set on DVD (Region 1 [ US/Canada release]) Here's just some of the anime that I own to give you an idea of what I like: Witch Hunter Robin Neon Genesis Evangelion (including the movies) Serial Experiments:lain Cowboy Bebop (and its movie) Noir Gunslinger Girl (both series) Earth Maiden Arjuna Azumanga Daioh! Tenchi Muyo! (OVA's 1-3) Hell Girl (season 1) Samurai Champloo Blood+ (and the movie) Moribito Eureka Seven Kamichu! Witchblade and several Miyazaki movies (Kiki's Delivery Service, Whisper of the Heart, Princess… [cont.]
Asked by freespirit12212000 - Tue Sep 29 04:19:55 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. First off, let me congratulate you on your fine taste (since you like a lot of the same stuff I do). Ghost in the Shell is cyberpunk, made by the same people who did Moribito. Old movie, newer movie, two seasons of TV show, movie based on the TV show. Vampire hunter D and Hellsing for something gothic. As a hyuuuge fan of ABe, who wrote Lain, I recommend his other works NieA_7 (slice of life) and Haibane Renmei (philosophical fantasy). I didn't get into Texhnolyze though. Oh, and definitely check out Sola. That's got supernatural, fantasy, action, and philosophy in one box.
Answered by mukansamonkey - Tue Sep 29 04:52:23 2009
Free will and materialism?
Q. Assuming that the world is composed of solely of matter, how can our actions be considered free? If, ultimately, my actions result from a sequence of atoms bumping into each other (the sequence originating in the Big Bang), how can I be held responsible for "my" actions? Philosophy
Asked by Lokiloo - Tue Feb 16 21:39:29 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well, one must look at this through the medium of consciousness. Though it is true that all that happens is just the result of atoms moving, you still control them through your consciousness. The atoms moving and corresponding in your brain create thoughts which allow you to manipulate the atoms as you choose, and since this is the case for all human beings, all must be held responsible for what they do. If one saw the all of the world as being only atoms, the conscious being (the human, in this case) would be no different from a rock or blade of grass.
Answered by Billy - Tue Feb 16 21:49:05 2010
Q. Assuming that the world is composed of solely of matter, how can our actions be considered free? If, ultimately, my actions result from a sequence of atoms bumping into each other (the sequence originating in the Big Bang), how can I be held responsible for "my" actions? Philosophy
Asked by Lokiloo - Tue Feb 16 21:39:29 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Well, one must look at this through the medium of consciousness. Though it is true that all that happens is just the result of atoms moving, you still control them through your consciousness. The atoms moving and corresponding in your brain create thoughts which allow you to manipulate the atoms as you choose, and since this is the case for all human beings, all must be held responsible for what they do. If one saw the all of the world as being only atoms, the conscious being (the human, in this case) would be no different from a rock or blade of grass.
Answered by Billy - Tue Feb 16 21:49:05 2010
Is the Liberal mindset ruining our kids?
Q. I don't just mean the education they teach, which has become increasingly left-leaning. I'm talking about the whole feel-good, "everybody's a winner", no consequences for your actions philosophy that is employed in many our schools (and by some parents). They changed the letter grading system from A, B, C, D and F to numbers in some places and different letters in others. My daughter's report card had the letters O, G, S and N (she is 8 years old; no N's, yay). Outstanding, Good, Satisfactory and Needs Improvement. My older daughter's report card had the letters A, B, C, D and U on it. U is for Unsatisfactory (she made the Honor Role, don't worry, lol). I find this ridiculous and harmful. What happened to F for Fail? The teams for younger… [cont.]
Asked by SinDelle Morte - Thu Nov 12 01:18:26 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Actually, those number grading systems are more accurate. The letters represent number ranges. The numbers represent actual grade point averages. But yes, liberals have invaded the school system. It doesn't really matter if the kid gets a 65 average/F/"needs improvement." What matters is if the kid understands what went wrong and wants to do better. People chart their own paths in life.
Answered by Pat - Thu Nov 12 01:22:55 2009
Q. I don't just mean the education they teach, which has become increasingly left-leaning. I'm talking about the whole feel-good, "everybody's a winner", no consequences for your actions philosophy that is employed in many our schools (and by some parents). They changed the letter grading system from A, B, C, D and F to numbers in some places and different letters in others. My daughter's report card had the letters O, G, S and N (she is 8 years old; no N's, yay). Outstanding, Good, Satisfactory and Needs Improvement. My older daughter's report card had the letters A, B, C, D and U on it. U is for Unsatisfactory (she made the Honor Role, don't worry, lol). I find this ridiculous and harmful. What happened to F for Fail? The teams for younger… [cont.]
Asked by SinDelle Morte - Thu Nov 12 01:18:26 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Actually, those number grading systems are more accurate. The letters represent number ranges. The numbers represent actual grade point averages. But yes, liberals have invaded the school system. It doesn't really matter if the kid gets a 65 average/F/"needs improvement." What matters is if the kid understands what went wrong and wants to do better. People chart their own paths in life.
Answered by Pat - Thu Nov 12 01:22:55 2009
How did the philosophies and actions of the medieval papacy influence European development?
Q. Please! Help anyone! I have a history test tomorrow!
Asked by Ethan C - Thu Dec 13 20:41:31 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The bureaucratic efficiency created by the papacy nearly created an international theocracy throughout western Europe by gaining the obedience of peasants, nobles and kings. Through calls for inquisitions and crusades the infighting of various nobles and kings was diverted to enemies of the church. People of all classes from England and throughout western Europe met with Muslim peoples during the crusades. The resulting cultural, artistic and commercial exchanges eventually led to the the period known as the Renaissance.
Answered by another voice in the crowd - Fri Dec 14 00:00:03 2007
Q. Please! Help anyone! I have a history test tomorrow!
Asked by Ethan C - Thu Dec 13 20:41:31 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The bureaucratic efficiency created by the papacy nearly created an international theocracy throughout western Europe by gaining the obedience of peasants, nobles and kings. Through calls for inquisitions and crusades the infighting of various nobles and kings was diverted to enemies of the church. People of all classes from England and throughout western Europe met with Muslim peoples during the crusades. The resulting cultural, artistic and commercial exchanges eventually led to the the period known as the Renaissance.
Answered by another voice in the crowd - Fri Dec 14 00:00:03 2007
What's the difference between Italian, Spanish, and German fascism?
Q. What were their philosophies and actions that showed their fascism? This will help me with my essay, thanks!
Asked by fall - Wed May 21 01:07:25 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They spoke different languages, but that's about it.
Answered by My Religion Is Bigger than Yours - Wed May 21 17:15:14 2008
Q. What were their philosophies and actions that showed their fascism? This will help me with my essay, thanks!
Asked by fall - Wed May 21 01:07:25 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They spoke different languages, but that's about it.
Answered by My Religion Is Bigger than Yours - Wed May 21 17:15:14 2008
For those opposed to affirmative action, do you really believe we live in a meritocracy?
Q. The main argument I hear against affirmative action is that it harms the chances of men who are better qualified and able to do a job than women (in the case of quotas for women). This may well be true. However, how strong an argument against affirmative action policies is it? Throughout history, there have been many occasions where one group has taken significant advantage over others. From slavery, to colonialism, to racist immigration policies, to apartheid. We also live in a society where wealth is inherited by birthright, not merit, and with that inherited wealth comes control of most of the worlds multinational corporations. Was landownership under apartheid merit based? Has someone inheriting a multinational done so based on… [cont.]
Asked by Twilight - Sat Nov 29 19:09:24 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. We don't live in a meritocracy. That's why you see so many incompetent and mediocre people achieving great wealth or high positions of power. They got there because they happened to be related to or knew just the right people. You can work hard all you want but unless you have personal contacts, you'll get nowhere fast.
Answered by RoVale - Sat Nov 29 19:46:19 2008
Q. The main argument I hear against affirmative action is that it harms the chances of men who are better qualified and able to do a job than women (in the case of quotas for women). This may well be true. However, how strong an argument against affirmative action policies is it? Throughout history, there have been many occasions where one group has taken significant advantage over others. From slavery, to colonialism, to racist immigration policies, to apartheid. We also live in a society where wealth is inherited by birthright, not merit, and with that inherited wealth comes control of most of the worlds multinational corporations. Was landownership under apartheid merit based? Has someone inheriting a multinational done so based on… [cont.]
Asked by Twilight - Sat Nov 29 19:09:24 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. We don't live in a meritocracy. That's why you see so many incompetent and mediocre people achieving great wealth or high positions of power. They got there because they happened to be related to or knew just the right people. You can work hard all you want but unless you have personal contacts, you'll get nowhere fast.
Answered by RoVale - Sat Nov 29 19:46:19 2008
Do you practically apply your Philosophy in some tangible way?
Q. I have a formal education in Philosophy, and I find dialogues and philosophic texts fascinating. I'm a tattoo artist, and a musician, and those two outlets have an inexorable link to my education and to the processes of intellect. I have met others who seek to practice in some way, lessons of thought through expression. Do you think that sentiment represents the enevitable path that one must take to satisfy the conflict of thought versus action?
Asked by joshua - Wed Jan 3 02:35:47 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes... but the trouble is that the philosophy keeps changing with every important event in my life!!
Answered by small - Wed Jan 3 03:37:40 2007
Q. I have a formal education in Philosophy, and I find dialogues and philosophic texts fascinating. I'm a tattoo artist, and a musician, and those two outlets have an inexorable link to my education and to the processes of intellect. I have met others who seek to practice in some way, lessons of thought through expression. Do you think that sentiment represents the enevitable path that one must take to satisfy the conflict of thought versus action?
Asked by joshua - Wed Jan 3 02:35:47 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes... but the trouble is that the philosophy keeps changing with every important event in my life!!
Answered by small - Wed Jan 3 03:37:40 2007
Would you consider studying philosophy a necessity or a preference? Why?
Q. Considering that actions follow knowledge and as the limbs follow the eyes and a little action with knowledge is far more beneficial than a lot of action with ignorance.Hence one's action would be limited on one perception. There fore how important would you consider studying Philosophy- which deals with such issues of the nature of knowledge and logic? What ive written is my opinion of the reasons of studying philosophy. Id like to know your own
Asked by dressing_station - Fri May 12 22:26:35 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I actually think it is a preference. In some small way everyone does study philosophy by listening to the logic of others--but face it some to not wish to follow any logic but their own will. So why force the works of great thinkers on them? Perhaps their philosophy is to react using their instinct. While I am captivated by philosophy, I still question why colleges would force a class on it and not make sure that their students are computer literate. I still question why we teach it, and do not teach people ways to manage their own budget. But that is just my philosophy. It's not necessary you listen to it--it's your preference.
Answered by adieu - Fri May 12 22:44:04 2006
Q. Considering that actions follow knowledge and as the limbs follow the eyes and a little action with knowledge is far more beneficial than a lot of action with ignorance.Hence one's action would be limited on one perception. There fore how important would you consider studying Philosophy- which deals with such issues of the nature of knowledge and logic? What ive written is my opinion of the reasons of studying philosophy. Id like to know your own
Asked by dressing_station - Fri May 12 22:26:35 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I actually think it is a preference. In some small way everyone does study philosophy by listening to the logic of others--but face it some to not wish to follow any logic but their own will. So why force the works of great thinkers on them? Perhaps their philosophy is to react using their instinct. While I am captivated by philosophy, I still question why colleges would force a class on it and not make sure that their students are computer literate. I still question why we teach it, and do not teach people ways to manage their own budget. But that is just my philosophy. It's not necessary you listen to it--it's your preference.
Answered by adieu - Fri May 12 22:44:04 2006
Secular Humanists: What is the best way to help Christians become more moral?
Q. We are lucky that they tend to be a less violent in action, but in philosophy, they still adopt torture and destruction through their God. What do you think is the best way to help them address, and ultimately reject, acceptance of suffering and torture of others? Anthony C - Not insinuating anything other than the belief in suffering or torture of humans is inmoral.
Asked by Blessed Cheese Maker [~P3D~] - Tue Feb 24 10:05:05 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Insistance on intellectual honesty. Say for example: "You can't claim a god is completely good and that he tortures people for eternity." Use the way Socrates confronted religious people. Pretend you buy into it for a second and ask uncomfortable questions.
Answered by Invisible Talker - Tue Feb 24 10:09:48 2009
Q. We are lucky that they tend to be a less violent in action, but in philosophy, they still adopt torture and destruction through their God. What do you think is the best way to help them address, and ultimately reject, acceptance of suffering and torture of others? Anthony C - Not insinuating anything other than the belief in suffering or torture of humans is inmoral.
Asked by Blessed Cheese Maker [~P3D~] - Tue Feb 24 10:05:05 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Insistance on intellectual honesty. Say for example: "You can't claim a god is completely good and that he tortures people for eternity." Use the way Socrates confronted religious people. Pretend you buy into it for a second and ask uncomfortable questions.
Answered by Invisible Talker - Tue Feb 24 10:09:48 2009
Who agrees with my new philosophy?
Q. I am going to take a break from discussing foreign and domestic policy matters for awhile... I've come to realize that the best way for me to deal with such issues is by taking the initiative and action about each ideal, by voicing my opinion when I get the chance and challenging so called "experts", disputing their arguments. You may win or lose a battle online, but usually the two parties just end up looking uncivil.
Asked by Inferno22 - Mon Sep 14 23:21:19 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes that is true. It is senseless to carry on petty arguments from behind a screen about matters of importance. There are a lot of agitators, or "trolls" or whatever, who dwell on being persistent jackasses.
Answered by Daniel - Mon Sep 14 23:32:21 2009
Q. I am going to take a break from discussing foreign and domestic policy matters for awhile... I've come to realize that the best way for me to deal with such issues is by taking the initiative and action about each ideal, by voicing my opinion when I get the chance and challenging so called "experts", disputing their arguments. You may win or lose a battle online, but usually the two parties just end up looking uncivil.
Asked by Inferno22 - Mon Sep 14 23:21:19 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes that is true. It is senseless to carry on petty arguments from behind a screen about matters of importance. There are a lot of agitators, or "trolls" or whatever, who dwell on being persistent jackasses.
Answered by Daniel - Mon Sep 14 23:32:21 2009
what do you think of this free will philosophy?
Q. NOTE-Wait for a wile for the rest to show up ok a choice is a free action made by a person that causes the world to be one way rather than another. We have examples of mechanistic "choosers" -- computer programs, for example, that execute decision trees. Those programs, although they "choose" in a sense, do not possess free will, because their choices are not "free". (Their "choices" are only analogous to ours.) How can a choice be free? At least three things must be true: A) The chooser must be the cause of an event, B) The chooser must have been able to do something else, and C) The chooser must have known that the result would likely occur. A) is self-evident, I hope -- if you wanted to fly but couldn't, you didn't choose to… [cont.]
Asked by kanemaru18 - Sat Jul 21 03:41:28 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Very good lot of common sense explained in theory for no reason. Agreed i like it. Even though i had to read it twice to be able to understand it properly Thank you wise one for imparting knowledge of no consequence upon us . love you dude :( : | :)
Answered by Quid - Sat Jul 21 03:57:28 2007
Q. NOTE-Wait for a wile for the rest to show up ok a choice is a free action made by a person that causes the world to be one way rather than another. We have examples of mechanistic "choosers" -- computer programs, for example, that execute decision trees. Those programs, although they "choose" in a sense, do not possess free will, because their choices are not "free". (Their "choices" are only analogous to ours.) How can a choice be free? At least three things must be true: A) The chooser must be the cause of an event, B) The chooser must have been able to do something else, and C) The chooser must have known that the result would likely occur. A) is self-evident, I hope -- if you wanted to fly but couldn't, you didn't choose to… [cont.]
Asked by kanemaru18 - Sat Jul 21 03:41:28 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Very good lot of common sense explained in theory for no reason. Agreed i like it. Even though i had to read it twice to be able to understand it properly Thank you wise one for imparting knowledge of no consequence upon us . love you dude :( : | :)
Answered by Quid - Sat Jul 21 03:57:28 2007
Can someone please translate this english letter into tagalog?
Q. One of America's gift is efficiency the scientific coordination of planning and action the philosophy of correct and timely execution though long schooled in our Oriental disrespect for time and encouraged toughly, to expect the will that causes the palay to grow to also do our work for us, we realize at last that time is an element to reckon with, that life here and now, being spread thinly over a limited period of years must be economized and put to some profitable use. One our special significance is this realization in the economic life of our people.the bureaucratic system has impressed upon must observe punctuality or use out, that out pay enveloped comes to many of us during stated periods of the month and not before or after… [cont.]
Asked by j0i23 - Sat Jan 10 00:14:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. In order to get a translation to any other language, I think you first need to correct this English version. It looks like it was put through an automatic, online translator from another language, because there are so many mistakes that it really makes no sense and is almost impossible to understand. Sorry.
Answered by StormyWeather - Sun Jan 11 23:45:17 2009
Q. One of America's gift is efficiency the scientific coordination of planning and action the philosophy of correct and timely execution though long schooled in our Oriental disrespect for time and encouraged toughly, to expect the will that causes the palay to grow to also do our work for us, we realize at last that time is an element to reckon with, that life here and now, being spread thinly over a limited period of years must be economized and put to some profitable use. One our special significance is this realization in the economic life of our people.the bureaucratic system has impressed upon must observe punctuality or use out, that out pay enveloped comes to many of us during stated periods of the month and not before or after… [cont.]
Asked by j0i23 - Sat Jan 10 00:14:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. In order to get a translation to any other language, I think you first need to correct this English version. It looks like it was put through an automatic, online translator from another language, because there are so many mistakes that it really makes no sense and is almost impossible to understand. Sorry.
Answered by StormyWeather - Sun Jan 11 23:45:17 2009
Natural compassion v artificial compassion?
Q. Hello I cannot stop asking questions about this issue, it is driving me crazy and I need answers and help to understand what is below. Assume that the definition of artificial compassion is a state of either pretended or acquired compassion, which is always consistent with what people claim the properties of compassion should be. They are some of the following things... 1) A state of not considering self 2) A state of more respect of older people 3) A state of having no pride 4) A state of not being ungrateful, or complaining that you have too little; as there is other with even less still But also being helpful to everyone, working hard to achieve good things for everyone, and often expecting nothing back. As well as the other affects… [cont.]
Asked by Michio Kaku - Sat Dec 12 16:44:17 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. simply put - artificial compassion is not compassion at all!!~!
Answered by cmac - Wed Dec 16 00:46:24 2009
Q. Hello I cannot stop asking questions about this issue, it is driving me crazy and I need answers and help to understand what is below. Assume that the definition of artificial compassion is a state of either pretended or acquired compassion, which is always consistent with what people claim the properties of compassion should be. They are some of the following things... 1) A state of not considering self 2) A state of more respect of older people 3) A state of having no pride 4) A state of not being ungrateful, or complaining that you have too little; as there is other with even less still But also being helpful to everyone, working hard to achieve good things for everyone, and often expecting nothing back. As well as the other affects… [cont.]
Asked by Michio Kaku - Sat Dec 12 16:44:17 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. simply put - artificial compassion is not compassion at all!!~!
Answered by cmac - Wed Dec 16 00:46:24 2009
Stoic novels or short stories?
Q. I would like to read a story where the main character is a Stoic. And by I mean a follower of Epictetus or Marcus Aurelius. Basically I would like to see the philosophy in action. Hopefully the story is set in the modern world but it does not have to be.
Asked by General Fear - Tue Apr 27 06:42:05 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Don't know if this is any use or help? Further reading A. A. Long and D. N. Sedley, The Hellenistic Philosophers (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1987) Harvard University Press Epictetus Discourses Books 1 and 2, Loeb Classical Library Nr. 131, June 1925. Harvard University Press Epictetus Discourses Books 3 and 4, Loeb Classical Library Nr. 218, June 1928. Gill C. Epictetus, The Discourses, Everyman 1995. Long, George Enchiridion by Epictetus, Prometheus Books, Reprint Edition, January 1955. Long George Discourses of Epictetus, Kessinger Publishing, January 2004. Hadas, Moses (ed.), Essential Works of Stoicism (1961: Bantam) Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger (transl. Robin Campbell), Letters from a Stoic: Epistulae… [cont.]
Answered by Julia - Tue Apr 27 06:49:00 2010
Q. I would like to read a story where the main character is a Stoic. And by I mean a follower of Epictetus or Marcus Aurelius. Basically I would like to see the philosophy in action. Hopefully the story is set in the modern world but it does not have to be.
Asked by General Fear - Tue Apr 27 06:42:05 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Don't know if this is any use or help? Further reading A. A. Long and D. N. Sedley, The Hellenistic Philosophers (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1987) Harvard University Press Epictetus Discourses Books 1 and 2, Loeb Classical Library Nr. 131, June 1925. Harvard University Press Epictetus Discourses Books 3 and 4, Loeb Classical Library Nr. 218, June 1928. Gill C. Epictetus, The Discourses, Everyman 1995. Long, George Enchiridion by Epictetus, Prometheus Books, Reprint Edition, January 1955. Long George Discourses of Epictetus, Kessinger Publishing, January 2004. Hadas, Moses (ed.), Essential Works of Stoicism (1961: Bantam) Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger (transl. Robin Campbell), Letters from a Stoic: Epistulae… [cont.]
Answered by Julia - Tue Apr 27 06:49:00 2010
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