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Questions tagged 'Philosophy'

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Anonymous

Feb 19, 2025

fac sapias et liber eris???

Could someone please explain the meaning of the Latin phrase "fac sapias et liber eris"? I would greatly appreciate a detailed interpretation that captures the nuances of the phrase. Thank you!

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Anonymous

Feb 11, 2025

King Arthur believed that revenge is the most worthless of causes. Agree or disagree and why?

Do you agree or disagree with King Arthur's belief that revenge is the most worthless of causes? Provide reasons and examples to support your perspective.

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Anonymous

Feb 05, 2025

In the story, Rainsford changes his entire philosophy about hunting. Find and write down two lines – one from the beginning of the

In the story, Rainsford undergoes a significant transformation in his philosophy about hunting. Identify and write down two specific lines from the text—one from the beginning that reflects his initia...

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Anonymous

Feb 04, 2025

What is another word for philosophical assumption?

What is another term for "philosophical assumption"? I am looking for alternatives to this phrase that may include beliefs, hypothetical concepts, or foundational ideas in philosophical discourse.

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Anonymous

Jan 18, 2025

The term koinai ennoiai refers to .

The term "koinai ennoiai" refers to common sense and represents a philosophical concept of innate ideas that are universally shared among all humans. Aristotle was the first to coin this term, and it...

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Anonymous

Jan 17, 2025

Match each enlightenment philosopher to his philosophy. john locke william blackstone adam smith thomas hobbes the social contract

Match each Enlightenment philosopher to his corresponding philosophy. The philosophers to consider are John Locke, William Blackstone, Adam Smith, and Thomas Hobbes. The social contract is an agreem...

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Anonymous

Jan 16, 2025

Meaning of this quote from Henry David Thoreau’s “Walden”?

What is the meaning of the following quote from Henry David Thoreau’s “Walden”? “If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he wi...

What is epistemological scepticism?

What is epistemological skepticism, and how does it challenge our understanding of knowledge? Could you provide examples of key arguments or thinkers associated with this philosophical position?

John Locke helped develop the idea of a social contract between citizens and the :

John Locke played a significant role in developing the concept of a social contract between citizens and which entity: the monarchy, the church, the government, or philosophers?