Category: Philosophy 1203
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The Absurd, the Real, and the Supernatural
Although most people believe in the supernatural, they struggle with the absurdity of life every day. For example, the life considered real by many could be a dream, while that lived in dreams could be the real one. Absurdism is a conflict that arises when humans try to seek order in a chaotic and meaningless…
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The “Truth & Method” Book by Hans-Georg Gadamer
Table of Contents Basic Knowledge Metaphors and Arguments Relevance Work Cited Basic Knowledge The truth may be discovered via art, and the truth of art can elevate any way of comprehension. An experience can inspire a piece of art, which can then be produced to depict the event. In certain circumstances, the accuracy or correctness…
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The Idea of Leisure From Philosophical Perspectives
Introduction People typically have more freedom to pursue their interests during their leisure time. When discussed from various philosophical perspectives, the idea of leisure takes on several diverse forms. The Greek philosophers Aristotle and Epicurus each offer distinctive interpretations of the term “leisure,” with Aristotle focusing more on the advantageous aspects of the idea while…
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Michael Foucault’s Theory of Governmentality
Introduction The French philosopher Michael Foucault’s theory of governmentality, correlates with the idea that power is only used under the circumstances that the individual is free to begin with. For example, slavery does not exercise power as those who are enslaved have no choice and are, by definition, trapped. Instead, power, especially one highlighted in…
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Foucault’s Concept of “Power/Knowledge”
It is important to note that Michel Foucault’s concept discusses the emergence of the concept of knowledge and its relationship to power. Thus, the author argues that the impetus for the emergence of knowledge comes from the upper circles of power (Fruhling, n.d). This is because it is important for the authorities to establish certain…
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Cosmological Argument as a Philosophical Concept
Table of Contents Introduction Argument for Arguments against The relevance of the opinions Reflection Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Numerous arguments have been advanced to validate the claim that science can explain the existence of everything in the physical and metaphysical world. However, given the limited scope covered by science, it becomes controversial to claim that…
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Friedrich Nietzsche’s Views on Human and Society
Writer’s Ideas It is paramount to note that there many ways to interpret the section titled “The madman.” The fact that this story can be regarded as provocative should not be overlooked. “God is dead” is a phrase that appears several times in the works of an author, and he attempts to develop this idea.…
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Roy’s Adaptation Model: A Theoretical Framework for Nurses
Principle of Cosmic Unity One of the paradigms discussed in Roy’s Adaptation model is the idea of “cosmic unity,” which redefines the goal of systematic approaches to nursing from mere system maintenance to the achievement of a greater purpose. Roy defines cosmic unity as a set of relationships between people and the Earth. The theory…
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Do Humans Really Have a Soul Inside?
Do humans have a soul? It is not right to claim that human beings have a soul yet there is no concrete evidence to indicate any action that has resulted from the presence of the soul. Instead, many individuals just talk about it surviving after the death of the body. Without anything that the soul…
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The Value of Philosophy
The British philosopher Bertrand Russel was one of the most ardent advocates for philosophical knowledge. According to Russel, individuals who immerse themselves into practical affairs or scientific matters often brush off philosophy as a field that relies largely on “useless trifling, hair-splitting distinctions, and controversies (Russel, p. 298).” In Problems of Philosophy, Russel compares philosophy…