Philosophy

The Study of Philosophy is probably one of the hardest to comprehend but one of the most rewarding in one's personal education. It is the study that attempts to balance what we as the human race does to survive, compete while it delineates our differences from other species in the balance of Nature. Personally it helps me look at everyday questions from different perspectives because as individuals and societies that is what we deal with daily. I don't know that it chances the way I look at society's institutional issues such as religion, government, family, personal rights and crime, but it helps me to understand the differences that I witness in both education and travel. It makes it easier for me to evaluate for myself the very political issues we face as society -- that may not be a good result, but, it makes my life a little less confusing.

The following are articles that have made me stop and think. They are personal to me. They are here only for the value you place on them. I hope there is something here that you will enjoy. Just click on the blue link -- The editor

DaVinci Code: These are several articles on the now popular book "The DaVinci Code"

Dual Between Body and Soul: An article on the separation of body from soul and how we view the issue today.

Famous Quotes: These are the words of those before us addressing two issues that have always fascinated me: knowledge and Marriage.

Marcus Aurelius: This article contains quotes and a biography on this famous Roman Emperor who was at the end of the Roman Empire. He is noted for being a philosopher who had the early Christian Religion with which to contend.

Albert Einstein: Thoughts on Religion: These are collected articles I have on Einstein's belief in Religion. Einstein was one of the biggest fighters for the Jews during and post WWII. His beliefs echo that of other philosophers of the time - name Russell and Mark Twain.

Emile Durkheim: This is an article I wrote on the father of Sociology.

Ideas: America vs. Europe: An article highlighting the differences between America and Europe

Moral Intelligence: Several articles on this aspect of human response to societal obligation

Reason vs. Faith: An article on these two concepts and how they are seen in this age.

Socrates: These are quotes from Socrates and a biographical sketch.

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