Being

The Great Books of the Western Canon, organized by Mortimer J. Adler in the Syntopicon, span 102 enduring ideas—ranging from Truth, Beauty, and Justice to Democracy, Love, and God. These categories trace the intellectual tradition of the West, connecting philosophy, literature, history, science, and theology. Together, they map the recurring questions and principles shaping human thought across centuries.

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The Metaphysical Problem of the One and Many and Metaphysics

by Daniel Sanderson in Metaphysics

The Unifying Thread and the Kaleidoscope: Unpacking the Metaphysical Problem of the One and Many Summary: Reconciling Unity and Multiplicity At the heart of metaphysics lies an ancient, persistent riddle: how can the seemingly disparate, ever-changing 'Many' of our experience arise from, or relate to, an underlying, unifying...

The Element of Being and Non-Being and Element

by Benjamin Richmond in Element

The Enduring Dance: Being, Non-Being, and the Element of Opposition A Direct Glimpse into the Metaphysical Core At the heart of Metaphysics lies a fundamental element: the profound and often perplexing relationship between Being and Non-Being. This article explores how Western philosophy, drawing deeply from the Great Books of the...

The Philosophical Definition of Man and Man

by Daniel Sanderson in Man

The Enduring Question: What is Man? A Philosophical Journey Through Our Self-Definition Unpacking the Core of Human Existence The question of "What is Man?" stands as one of the most fundamental and enduring inquiries in philosophy. Far from a simple biological classification, the philosophical definition of Man probes...

The Concept of Angelic Being and Angel

by Chloe Fitzgerald in Angel

The Concept of Angelic Being: Exploring Pure Form and Intellect Summary: The concept of angelic being, deeply rooted in both ancient philosophy and theological tradition, invites us to ponder the nature of pure intellect and immaterial existence. Far from mere mythical figures, angels represent a profound philosophical inquiry into Being...

The Nature of The Distinction Between Being and Essence

by Benjamin Richmond in Being

The Unseen Divide: Disentangling Being from Essence Friends, fellow travelers on the path of inquiry, we often speak of things existing, and of what those things are. But have we truly plumbed the depths of these seemingly simple statements? The distinction between Being and Essence is not merely an academic...

The Problem of One and Many and One and Many

by Chloe Fitzgerald in One and Many

The Enduring Riddle: Navigating the One and Many By Chloe Fitzgerald Summary: Unpacking the Fundamental Divide At the very core of Metaphysics lies a profound and persistent question: how do we reconcile the apparent unity of existence with its undeniable multiplicity? This is "The Problem of One and Many....

Philosophy as the Pursuit of Wisdom and Philosophy

by Emily Fletcher in Philosophy

Philosophy: The Soul's Enduring Pursuit of Wisdom From the dawn of human inquiry, philosophy has beckoned us on a profound journey—a quest not merely for facts, but for a deeper understanding of existence itself. At its heart, philosophy is the love of wisdom, a relentless yearning to...

The Metaphysical Concept of Being and Metaphysics

by Daniel Fletcher in Metaphysics

The Enduring Enigma of Being: A Metaphysical Journey The question of Being stands as the bedrock of Metaphysics, perhaps the most fundamental and elusive inquiry philosophy has ever undertaken. At its heart, it asks: What does it mean for something to exist? This seemingly simple query unravels into a labyrinth...

The Concept of the Soul in Ancient Philosophy and Soul

by Henry Montgomery in Soul

The Enduring Enigma: Exploring the Concept of the Soul in Ancient Philosophy The concept of the Soul stands as one of the most profound and persistent inquiries in the history of Philosophy, particularly within the ancient world. From the earliest musings of the Pre-Socratics to the towering systems of Plato...

The Idea of Form in Metaphysics and Idea

by Henry Montgomery in Idea

The Enduring Concept of Form in Metaphysics The concept of "Form" stands as a cornerstone in the grand edifice of metaphysics, offering profound insights into the nature of reality, existence, and knowledge. At its heart, the Idea of Form posits that there is an underlying structure or essence...

The Problem of Being and Knowledge and Problem

by Daniel Fletcher in Problem

The Problem of Being and Knowledge: A Timeless Philosophical Inquiry The Problem of Being and Knowledge stands as one of the most fundamental and persistent challenges in the history of Philosophy. At its core, this intricate Problem explores the profound relationship between what is (Being) and how we know what...

The Logic of Definition and Essence and Logic

by Henry Montgomery in Logic

The Logic of Definition and Essence: Unveiling the Core of Being To truly understand the world, we must first grapple with what things are. This fundamental philosophical quest leads us directly to the interplay of Definition and Essence, guided by the rigorous principles of Logic. Without a clear apprehension of...

The Concept of Being in Metaphysics and Concept

by Emily Fletcher in Concept

The Unseen Architecture: Exploring the Concept of Being in Metaphysics A Journey into Existence Itself The Concept of Being stands as the cornerstone of Metaphysics, the branch of philosophy dedicated to understanding the fundamental nature of reality. It's an inquiry that asks not what something is, but that...

The Philosophical Problem of Change and Becoming and Philosophy

by Benjamin Richmond in Philosophy

The Ever-Shifting Sands: Confronting the Philosophical Problem of Change and Becoming The world around us is a ceaseless dance of transformation. Seasons turn, rivers flow, people age, and ideas evolve. Yet, beneath this constant flux lies a profound philosophical paradox: How can something truly be, if it is always changing?...

The Philosophical Concept of Being and Philosophy

by Emily Fletcher in Philosophy

The Philosophical Concept of Being: An Inquiry into Existence Itself The concept of Being is arguably the most fundamental and enduring question in all of philosophy. At its core, it asks: What is it to exist? What is the nature of reality? Far from a simple dictionary definition, "Being&...

The Opposition of Good and Evil in the World and Opposition

by Daniel Sanderson in Opposition

The Everlasting Dance: Exploring the Opposition of Good and Evil in the World Summary: The concepts of good and evil stand as fundamental pillars in our understanding of existence, shaping not only individual moral compasses but also the very fabric of societies and the course of history. This article delves...

The Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics and Logic

by Daniel Sanderson in Logic

The Enduring Dance of Identity: The Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics In the grand tapestry of Metaphysics, few distinctions are as foundational, yet as deceptively simple, as that between the Same and the Other. This article delves into how these two seemingly straightforward concepts, governed by rigorous Logic,...

The Distinction Between Being and Existence and Distinction

by Daniel Sanderson in Distinction

The Profound Divide: Unpacking the Distinction Between Being and Existence In the grand tapestry of philosophy, few concepts are as fundamental, yet as frequently conflated, as Being and Existence. While often used interchangeably in everyday language, a crucial distinction lies at their heart—a distinction that has occupied the greatest...

The Element of Being and Non-Being and Element

by Benjamin Richmond in Element

The Element of Being and Non-Being: A Fundamental Opposition The very bedrock of philosophical inquiry, indeed the inescapable element of all metaphysics, lies in the profound and often perplexing relationship between Being and Non-Being. This article delves into how this fundamental opposition has shaped Western thought, from the ancient Greeks...

The Philosophical Definition of Man and Man

by Daniel Sanderson in Man

The Elusive Essence: Pondering the Philosophical Definition of Man The philosophical definition of Man is one of the most enduring and complex questions in the history of thought, far transcending a simple biological classification. It delves into the very core of our Being, exploring what distinguishes us, what our purpose...

The Concept of Angelic Being and Angel

by Chloe Fitzgerald in Angel

The Concept of Angelic Being: A Philosophical Inquiry The notion of angels often conjures images from sacred texts or fantastical tales, yet beneath the wings and halos lies a profound philosophical challenge: what does it truly mean for an angel to be? This article delves into the philosophical concept of...

The Nature of The Distinction Between Being and Essence

by Benjamin Richmond in Being

The Enduring Riddle: Unpacking the Distinction Between Being and Essence Let's cut to the chase, shall we? In the grand theatre of Metaphysics, few distinctions are as fundamental, as stubbornly persistent, and as utterly crucial as that between Being and Essence. It's not merely an academic...

The Problem of One and Many and One and Many

by Chloe Fitzgerald in One and Many

The Enduring Riddle: Unraveling the Problem of One and Many The Problem of One and Many stands as one of the most fundamental and enduring questions in Metaphysics, probing the very nature of Being and reality itself. At its core, it asks: how can the diverse, numerous, and ever-changing world...

Philosophy as the Pursuit of Wisdom and Philosophy

by Emily Fletcher in Philosophy

Philosophy as the Pursuit of Wisdom Philosophy, at its heart, is far more than an academic discipline or a collection of abstract theories; it is an active, lifelong journey towards understanding the deepest truths of existence. It is, quite simply, the love of wisdom. Unlike the mere accumulation of knowledge,...

The Metaphysical Concept of Being and Metaphysics

by Daniel Fletcher in Metaphysics

The Unseen Architecture: Deconstructing the Metaphysical Concept of Being The concept of Being stands as one of the most fundamental, yet notoriously elusive, cornerstones of philosophical inquiry. It is the very subject matter of Metaphysics, the branch of philosophy concerned with the ultimate nature of reality. From the ancient Greeks...

The Concept of the Soul in Ancient Philosophy and Soul

by Henry Montgomery in Soul

The Enduring Enigma: Tracing the Concept of the Soul in Ancient Philosophy The soul, that elusive yet fundamental aspect of human being, has captivated philosophers for millennia. From the earliest whispers of ancient Greece to the sophisticated systems of Plato and Aristotle, the inquiry into the soul's nature,...

The Idea of Form in Metaphysics and Idea

by Henry Montgomery in Idea

Unveiling the Eternal Blueprints: The Idea of Form in Metaphysics Summary: The "Idea of Form" is a foundational concept in metaphysics, primarily articulated by Plato and later reinterpreted by Aristotle, profoundly shaping Western philosophy's understanding of reality, knowledge, and Being. It posits that beyond the fleeting,...

The Problem of Being and Knowledge and Problem

by Daniel Fletcher in Problem

The Enduring Enigma: Unraveling The Problem of Being and Knowledge A Fundamental Inquiry into Existence and Understanding If you've ever paused to wonder not just what something is, but that it is, and then how we can possibly know anything about it, you've stumbled headfirst into...

The Logic of Definition and Essence and Logic

by Henry Montgomery in Logic

The Logic of Definition and Essence The pursuit of understanding is, at its heart, a quest for clarity – a rigorous endeavor to delineate, categorize, and articulate the fundamental nature of things. This article delves into the profound philosophical journey of how we define, not as a mere exercise in semantics,...

The Concept of Being in Metaphysics and Concept

by Emily Fletcher in Concept

The Unseen Foundation: Exploring the Concept of Being in Metaphysics The concept of "Being" stands as the bedrock of philosophical inquiry, particularly within the realm of Metaphysics. At its core, "Being" refers to the fundamental reality of existence itself – that which is. It is the most...

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