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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 Distinction Between Being and Existence and Distinction

by Daniel Sanderson in Distinction

Unpacking the Fundamental: The Distinction Between Being and Existence In the expansive landscape of philosophy, few concepts are as foundational, yet as frequently conflated, as Being and Existence. At first glance, they might appear synonymous – surely, if something exists, it is, and if it is, it exists? However, a deeper...

The Nature of The Concept of Being in Relation to Quality

by Daniel Fletcher in Being

The Indivisible Thread: Exploring the Concept of Being in Relation to Quality Summary: This article delves into the profound philosophical relationship between Being and Quality, two fundamental concepts in Metaphysics. We will explore how Being—the very fact of existence—is inextricably linked to Quality—the characteristics that define what...

The Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics and Logic

by Daniel Sanderson in Logic

The Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics: Unraveling the Fabric of Reality The concepts of "Same" and "Other" are not mere linguistic distinctions; they are the bedrock upon which much of Western metaphysics has been built. From the ancient Greeks grappling with the nature of...

The Distinction Between Being and Existence and Distinction

by Daniel Sanderson in Distinction

The Subtle Yet Profound Divide: Unpacking the Philosophical Distinction Between Being and Existence In the vast landscape of philosophy, few concepts are as foundational, yet as frequently conflated, as "being" and "existence." Often used interchangeably in everyday language, these terms carry distinct and significant meanings within...

The Element of Being and Non-Being and Element

by Benjamin Richmond in Element

The Elemental Opposition: Unpacking Being and Non-Being Summary: At the very core of Western philosophical inquiry lies the profound opposition between Being and Non-Being. This article delves into this fundamental element of metaphysics, tracing its evolution from ancient Greek thought to modern philosophy. We explore how thinkers grapple with existence,...

The Concept of Being in Metaphysics and Concept

by Emily Fletcher in Concept

The Elusive Concept of Being in Metaphysics: An Exploration The concept of Being stands as the bedrock of metaphysics, the branch of philosophy dedicated to understanding the fundamental nature of reality. It's not merely about what is, but how and why anything exists at all. From the ancient...

The Philosophical Concept of Being and Philosophy

by Emily Fletcher in Philosophy

Unveiling Existence: The Philosophical Quest for Being The concept of Being stands as the bedrock of philosophical inquiry, a term so fundamental yet so elusive that it has captivated thinkers for millennia. At its core, Being refers to the sheer fact of existence – that which is. It is the ultimate...

The Nature of The Concept of Being in Relation to Quality

by Daniel Fletcher in Being

The Indissoluble Bond: Being and Quality in Metaphysical Inquiry Summary: At the core of metaphysical inquiry lies the profound and often overlooked relation between "Being" – the sheer fact of existence – and "Quality" – the specific characteristics that define what something is. This article explores how qualities are...

The Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics and Logic

by Daniel Sanderson in Logic

The Enduring Enigma: Navigating the Logic of Same and Other in Metaphysics Unpacking the Fundamental Distinctions of Existence Summary: At the very heart of Metaphysics lies a profound and often perplexing question: How do we distinguish between what is Same and what is Other? This article delves into the foundational...

The Element of Being and Non-Being and Element

by Benjamin Richmond in Element

The Ever-Present Dance: Unpacking the Element of Being and Non-Being Summary: At the very core of metaphysical inquiry lies a fundamental element: the enigmatic relationship between Being and Non-Being. Far from being a mere logical opposition of presence versus absence, these twin concepts constitute a dynamic interplay that underpins our...

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 quest to comprehend the soul stands as one of the most profound and persistent inquiries in the annals of Western philosophy. From the earliest pre-Socratic musings to the sophisticated treatises of Plato and Aristotle, ancient thinkers grappled...

The Problem of Being and Knowledge and Problem

by Daniel Fletcher in Problem

The Problem of Being and Knowledge: A Perennial Philosophical Duel Summary: At its core, philosophy grapples with two fundamental questions: What is real? and How do we know it? This article explores "The Problem of Being and Knowledge," a central quandary that has captivated thinkers from antiquity to...

The Logic of Definition and Essence and Logic

by Henry Montgomery in Logic

Unraveling Reality: The Logic of Definition and Essence Summary: In the grand tapestry of philosophical inquiry, few threads are as fundamental and intricately woven as the Logic of Definition and the profound concept of Essence. This exploration delves into how our attempts to precisely articulate "what a thing is&...

The Concept of Being in Metaphysics and Concept

by Emily Fletcher in Concept

The Elusive Core: Exploring the Concept of Being in Metaphysics The Concept of Being stands as the bedrock of Metaphysics, the branch of philosophy dedicated to understanding the fundamental nature of reality. It's a question as ancient as thought itself: What does it mean to be? This article...

The Philosophical Concept of Being and Philosophy

by Emily Fletcher in Philosophy

Unveiling Existence: The Philosophical Concept of Being The question of Being stands as the bedrock of all philosophical inquiry, a concept so fundamental it often eludes easy definition, yet underpins every thought we entertain about reality, existence, and ourselves. Far from a mere academic exercise, grappling with Being is to...

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