Explore Emmanuel Levinas’ Ethics of the OTHER and Vindicate Its Significance in Social Work Practice
Introduction This essay explores the ethical philosophy of Emmanuel Levinas, specifically his concept of the ‘Other,’ and evaluates its relevance to social work practice. ...
The Philosophical Contributions of Ancient Greek Thinkers and Their Impact on the World
Introduction The ancient Greek philosophers laid the groundwork for Western intellectual tradition by shifting focus from mythological explanations of the universe to rational inquiry ...
Is the Power of Knowledge Determined by the Way in Which the Knowledge is Conveyed? A Discussion in Mathematics and History
Introduction Knowledge forms the bedrock of human progress, shaping societies through its transmission across generations. A critical question in the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) ...
Plato, Aristotle, and Newton on Reality: Exploring the Nature of Reality and How We Know It
Introduction The question of what constitutes reality and how we come to know it has been a central concern of philosophy for centuries. Ancient ...
Plato, Aristotle, and Newton on Reality: What Constitutes Reality, and How Do We Come to Know It?
Introduction The question of what constitutes reality and how humans come to know it has been a cornerstone of philosophical debate for centuries. Ancient ...
Are Societal Prescriptions in the Daodejing Useful for the Communities Described by Harper and Coates?
Introduction This essay explores the applicability of Laozi’s societal prescriptions, particularly the concept of non-action (wu wei), in the context of the communities and ...
Social Contract Theory: A Comparative Analysis of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes
Introduction This essay explores the concept of social contract theory through a comparative analysis of two foundational thinkers, Thomas Hobbes and John Locke. Social ...
The Fear of Anonymity: Navigating Isolation and Connection in the Digital Age
Introduction In his book *Il libro delle emozioni* (2021), Umberto Galimberti poignantly addresses the pervasive ‘terrore dell’anonimato’—the terror of anonymity—that haunts individuals in contemporary ...
Enchantment and Disenchantment in the Age of AI: Where Are We Headed?
Introduction This essay explores the thematic interplay of enchantment and disenchantment as articulated in Meghan O’Gieblyn’s work, particularly her argument that modern science initially ...
Do Individuals Have an Obligation to Lead Their Personal Lives in Ways That Reduce as Much as Possible the Emission of Greenhouse Gases?
Introduction The question of whether individuals bear a moral obligation to minimise their personal greenhouse gas emissions has become a pressing issue in the ...
