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.
The Unseen Hand: How Art Shapes Our Worldview and Opinions Art is often perceived as mere aesthetic pleasure or decorative adornment. Yet, beneath its surface beauty lies a profound and often understated power: the ability to shape human opinion. From ancient frescoes to modern digital installations, art engages our mind...
The Enduring Quest: Distinguishing Opinion from Truth In the vast landscape of philosophical inquiry, few distinctions are as pivotal, yet frequently blurred, as that between opinion and truth. While an opinion represents a subjective belief, often personal and lacking rigorous justification, truth aspires to an objective reality, verifiable and independent...
Analyzing Propaganda through Rhetoric Propaganda, in its essence, is the systematic dissemination of information—often biased or misleading—designed to promote a particular political cause or point of view. Yet, to truly understand its insidious power, we must delve beyond its surface and scrutinize its primary instrument: rhetoric. This article...
Our understanding of the world, and indeed our very beliefs, are not simply handed to us. They are meticulously, often unconsciously, constructed through the constant interplay between what we encounter and how we process it. This article explores the profound connection between experience and the formation of opinion, delving into...
