[PDF] The Epicurean Theory Of Mind Meaning And Knowledge eBook

Author : David Swift
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 28,2 MB
Release : 2009-03-26
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1443809039

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Ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus provided some of our most cherished assumptions about physics and ethics. He postulated an infinite universe made exclusively of atoms and void. He also treated slaves and women as equals and defined our standards of pleasure and luxury. Now David Swift turns to Epicurus for help with another significant mystery: the scientific explanation of mind. Using Epicurean ideas that our minds are in our chests and, perhaps even more radically, that meaning is understood in our sense organs he re-examines and reinterprets the works of philosophers like Descartes, Locke, Kant and Mill and scientists such as Pavlov, Freud, Skinner and Rogers. Seen in the light of the Epicurean concept, Renaissance philosophy and classic scientific psychology validate a surprisingly consistent and coherent scientific explanation of behaviour. The mechanisms of meaning, knowledge, learning and remembering are explained in terms of biological reflexes. The secrets of love, hate and loyalty are revealed as non-verbal knowledge only accessible as feelings. And success, failure, criminal and other behaviours are shown to be the results of learned experience not genetic predisposition. At last we have the possibility of a plausible biologically-based general psychological theory.

Author : Epicurus
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 23,90 MB
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : History
ISBN : 1387275275

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Epicurus posited a materialistic physics, in which pleasure, by which he meant freedom from pain, is the highest good. Serenity, the harmony of mind and body, is best achieved, through virtue and simple living.

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Page : 66 pages
File Size : 18,39 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic books
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It has been argued that Epicurus was a reductionist with regard to the mind. It has also been argued that Epicurus is a non-reductionist with regard to the mind. The proper assessment of Epicureanism as a reductive or non-reductive theory has widespread implications for its plausibility as a working account of the mind, closely tied to the implications and plausibility of reductionism and non-reductionism themselves. Using research done in contemporary philosophy of mind, I evaluate the views of two scholars of Epicureanism, Julia Annas, a proponent of the idea that Epicurus was a non-reductionist, and Tim O'Keefe, a proponent of the idea that Epicurus was a reductionist. After evaluating these two views, I again use the contemporary research in philosophy of mind to guide my own interpretation of the Epicurean fragments, arguing that not only is there evidence to think that the Epicureans were non-reductionist, but even that they maintained a primitive form of what philosophers of mind may call an "emergentist" view of mental properties. Despite the claims made by Annas, O'Keefe, and myself, I end this work with a brief note on the plausibility of emergentism and non-reductionism, arguing that they are unusable as working theories, and that all of the consequences of reductionism, for better or for worse, remain.

Author : Haris Dimitriadis
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 35,69 MB
Release : 2017-11-08
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 138735308X

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The idea that happiness is a choice accessible to all is far from new; the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus developed the Natural Philosophy of life over two thousand years ago, providing practical, contemporary guidelines to finding meaning and happiness. Unlike Plato, who valued the divine logic above all, Epicurus argued that the pursuit of ideals produced by logic alone leads to inner conflict, cognitive dissonance, dissatisfaction, and even depression. He suggested that by first embracing our natural desires, then using logic to determine which choices will increase pleasure over time, and using our will to take action, we could learn and change, and achieve happiness. Join the author Haris Dimitriadis on a journey through the history of philosophical thought, as well as an in-depth look at the modern neuroscience, psychology, and astrophysics, and discover why the ancient Epicurean Philosophy of Nature matters as much today as it did two thousand and three hundred years ago!

Author : Attila Németh
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 50,1 MB
Release : 2017-08-16
Category : History
ISBN : 1351800663

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Epicurus on the Self reconstructs a part of Epicurean ethics which only survives on the fragmentary papyrus rolls excavated from an ancient library in Herculaneum, On Nature XXV. The aim of this book is to contribute to a deeper understanding of Epicurus’ moral psychology, ethics and of its robust epistemological framework. The book also explores how the notion of the self emerges in Epicurus’ struggle to express the individual perspective of oneself in the process of one’s holistic self-reflection as an individual psychophysical being.

Author : Epicurus
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 41,41 MB
Release : 2019-11-13
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0486845109

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There's nothing new about wanting to live a mindful, simple life, and these writings by an ancient Greek sage recommend embracing sources of lasting satisfaction, such as friendship and philosophical inquiry.

Author : Epicurus
Publisher : Great Books in Philosophy
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 22,77 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Philosophy
ISBN :

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Epicureanism is commonly regarded as the refined satisfaction of physical desires. As a philosophy, however, it also denoted the striving after an independent state of mind and body, imperturbability, and reliance on sensory data as the true basis of knowledge. Epicurus (ca. 341-271 B.C.) founded one of the most famous and influential philosophical schools of antiquity. In these remains of his vast output of scientific and ethical writings, we can trace Epicurus' views on atomism, physical sensation, duty, morality, the soul, and the nature of the gods.

Author : Catherine Wilson
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 24,80 MB
Release : 2019-09-24
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1541672623

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A leading philosopher shows that if the pursuit of happiness is the question, Epicureanism is the answer Epicureanism has a reputation problem, bringing to mind gluttons with gout or an admonition to eat, drink, and be merry. In How to Be an Epicurean, philosopher Catherine Wilson shows that Epicureanism isn't an excuse for having a good time: it's a means to live a good life. Although modern conveniences and scientific progress have significantly improved our quality of life, many of the problems faced by ancient Greeks -- love, money, family, politics -- remain with us in new forms. To overcome these obstacles, the Epicureans adopted a philosophy that promoted reason, respect for the natural world, and reverence for our fellow humans. By applying this ancient wisdom to a range of modern problems, from self-care routines and romantic entanglements to issues of public policy and social justice, Wilson shows us how we can all fill our lives with purpose and pleasure.

Author : Rebecca J. Morris
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 16,25 MB
Release : 2023-06-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
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By working through these cases and the accompanying learning exercises, both pre-service and practicing school librarians will strengthen their readiness, expand their perspectives, and build confidence for solving problems and making informed, thoughtful decisions in their school libraries. In their preparation for school librarianship, library students learn foundational ideals and observe best practices that center and guide their work. However, discussions of aspirational versions of school librarianship often leave out sufficient practice in managing the many challenges and decisions school librarians face on the job. In this book, veteran educator Rebecca J. Morris uses stories of day-to-day librarianship to empower school librarians as they navigate and manage the complex interactions, decisions, and opportunities of their work. The book's alignment with the AASL/CAEP standards makes it helpful to school library educators planning curriculum, syllabi, and course activities. Perfect for reading or study groups, graduate classes, and professional development, these stories invite reflection and lively conversation.