Overview – Modern African Philosophy Chinua Achebe is one of the best-known living African writers. Born in Ogidi, Nigeria in 1930, his work is representative of what is often called “postcolonial literature” – that is, a tradition of world literature that deals with life during the difficult transition made by many developing countries from rule … Read more
Overview – Buddhist Philosophy The story of the origins of Buddhism is fairly well-known in the Western world, thanks in part to films like “Little Buddha.” Buddhist concepts like karma, nirvana, and reincarnation, are familiar to Western ears, and the practices of yoga and meditation have a secure place in our culture. Interestingly, the origins … Read more
1. We are going to ask ourselves the following questions: what is art? what is spirituality? what is creativity? what is the connection between these several terms? We are also going to cover the following topics: * Modern art as disciplining the mind, sight, and discourse. * Creativity and spirituality? What is it? How are … Read more
Overview – Asian Philosophy Taoism is a school of thought that originated in ancient China. Pronounced “Daoism”, this belief system is regarded as primarily a philosophy by some. Others understand it as a religion. There are different accounts of the origins of Taoism, some dating as far back as the fabled Yellow Emperor who existed … Read more
Step 1: Case Study Assessment Separately, identify and describe the two case studies you have chosen from p. 426 (box 17). For each case: Explain motivation and emotion – Can you explain why people do what they do? Predict motivation and emotion – Can you predict in advance how conditions will affect motivation and emotion? … Read more
CONSISTENCY AND DETERMINACY Mutimura Charity PHILL 2306 03/04/2022 Explore the difference between Consistency and Determinacy? Describe Consistency in detail. Describe Determinacy in detail. What differences are there between the two factors? Be explicit and specific about their differences. Why is each factor important when it comes to … Read more
Assignment Plato and the Allegory of the Cave After reading Plato and watching the embedded trailer of the “Truman Show” below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loTIzXAS7v4 Post a 500+ word essay on “Who are the Cave Dwellers of our day?” Why?” “How would you suggest (or convince them) they escape from the cave?” Make sure you quote … Read more