Great Philosophers

Philosophy is the product of a number of factors, firstly of theology, ie. our inherited religions. It's also about concepts of ethics and morals including animal rights as well as human rights The philosopher, Bertrand Russell, described philosophy as "the No-Man's Land between theology and science." Some philosopher are scathing about the subject. "Metaphysics is the finding of bad reasons for what we believe upon instinct," said F.H. Bradley in Appearance and Reality, 1893. Socrates (469-399 BC) was less cynical: "The unexamined life is not worth living," he said in Plato Apology. It is an essential part of our humanity that we need to search for meaning about our place in the Universe.

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Bernard Williams - Personal Identity and the Self

An analytical philosopher with the soul of a humanist, Bernard Williams debunked the codifying of ethics into convenient moral theories.

Dec 4, 2011 – Janet Cameron

Simone de Beauvoir: One is Not Born a Woman but Becomes One

Individual freedom requires the freedom of others in order to be realized, says feminist, philosopher and trailblazer Simone de Beauvoir.

Oct 30, 2011 – Janet Cameron

Henry Stephens Salt and the Argument for Animal Rights

Henry Stephens Salt, the man who introduced Mahatma Gandhi to the writings of Henry David Thoreau, was also the first writer to argue for animal rights.

Oct 4, 2011 – Darla Sue Dollman

Hypatia the Philosopher - Tragic Victim of Male Jealousy

Political jealousy ended the glorious life of Hypatia, first notable woman mathematician, whose manner and learning delighted and inspired those around her.

Aug 22, 2011 – Janet Cameron

Bertrand Russell - From Abstract Thought to Direct Action

Caring and gentle, Bertrand Russell declared: "Love is wise, hatred is foolish." A portrayal of a great and good man - in his own words.

Aug 8, 2011 – Janet Cameron

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