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Life, God, and Other Small Topics: Conversations from Socrates in the City - Paperback

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by Eric Metaxas (Editor)This book is for the seeker in all of us, the collector of wisdom, and the person who asks, "What if?" from the author of Bonhoeffer, Miracles, and Martin Luther The Greek philosopher Socrates famously said that "the unexamined life is not worth living." Using this as a starting point, Eric Metaxas created a forum encouraging successful professionals to actively think about life's bigger questions. Thus, Socrates in the City was born. First presented to standing-room...

Discourses of the Fall: A Study of Pascal's Pensées - Hardcover

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by Sara E. Melzer (Author)"Here is a unique and penetrating postmodernist invitation to reread Pascal's Pens es. With a full control on two centuries of Pascalian hermeneutics, Sara Melzer leads her readers into a passionate quest far beyond the worn-out search for a paleontological reconstruction of the Pens es's hypothetical final form. She rightly and deeply understands Pascal's writing-- criture--as the complex story of the "Fall of Truth into language." Such a perspective gives to Pascal...

Eighteen Upbuilding Discourses - Paperback

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by Søren Kierkegaard (Author), Howard V. Hong (Editor), Howard V. Hong (Translator)There is much to be learned philosophically from this volume, but philosophical instruction was not Kierkegaard's aim here, except in the broad sense of self-knowledge and deepened awareness. Indicating the intention of the discourses, the titles include "The Expectancy of Faith," "Love Will Hide a Multitude of Sins," "Strengthening in the Inner Being," "To Gain One's Soul in Patience," "Patience in Expectancy,...

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by Theos Bernard (Author)Who were India's foremost thinkers? What systems did they establish? What problems have agitated the minds of India's philosophers, intellectuals and mystics? Tersely and in pleasing style Dr. Bernard has answered these questions satisfactorily alike to the layman and the special student of India and her philosophic life without effecting a compromise with Western philosophy and its narrow categories. Moreover, the important Kashmir Shaivism, so long omitted from work...

Being, Man, and Death: A Key to Heidegger - Paperback

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by James M. Demske (Author)Death, a perennial problem for philosophers and theologians, is especially crucial in the thought of Martin Heidegger. This penetrating commentary presents the concept of death as a unifying motif that illuminates many of the difficulties and obscurities of Heidegger's philosophy. Heidegger comes to see death as revealing the ultimate meaning not only of human existence, but of being itself. He thus confers upon the concept a force and sharpness, an ontological dept...

Classic American Philosophers: Peirce, James, Royce, Santayana, Dewey, Whitehead. Selections from Their Writings - Paperback

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by Max Fisch (Author)Alfred North Whitehead OM FRS (15 February 1861 - 30 December 1947) was an English mathematician and philosopher. He is best known as the defining figure of the philosophical school known as process philosophy, [16] which today has found application to a wide variety of disciplines, including ecology, theology, education, physics, biology, economics, and psychology, among other areas.Author BiographyMax Harold Fisch (1901-1995) was an internationally renowned scholar and ...

Aporetics: Rational Deliberation in the Face of Inconsistency - Paperback

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by Nicholas Rescher (Author)The word apory stems from the Greek aporia, meaning impasse or perplexing difficulty. In Aporetics, Nicholas Rescher defines an apory as a group of individually plausible but collectively incompatible theses. Rescher examines historic, formulaic, and systematic apories and couples these with aporetic theory from other authors to form this original and comprehensive survey. Citing thinkers from the pre-Socratics through Spinoza, Hegel, and Nicolai Hartmann, he build...

The Atman-Brahman in Ancient Buddhism - Paperback

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by Kamaleswar Bhattacharya (Author)The thesis of this book is epoch-making. While no one doubts that the Buddha denied the atman, the self, the question is: Which atman? Buddhism, as understood in the modern era, has taken this to be the universal atman taught in the Hindu Upanisads, equivalent to brahman. What we find in the Buddha's words as recorded in the Buddhist scriptures, however, is only a denial of any permanent self in the ever-changing aggregates that form a person. In decades of ...

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by Wayne Liquorman (Author)Estas cartas escritas por Wayne Liquorman entre 2004 y 2013 nos brindan la extraordinaria oportunidad de vislumbrar el interior del corazon y de la mente de un sabio Advaita contemporaneo. Documentan sus viajes, su relacion con Ramesh Balsekar, sus reacciones a acontecimientos de actualidad y sus respuestas a las preguntas de buscadores espirituales. Esta recopilacion constituye un conmovedor diario de nacimientos y muertes, tanto de la familia de Wayne como de la f...

Introduction to Logic and Its Philosophy - Paperback

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by Peter K. Schotch (Author)Introduction to Logic and Its Philosophy is an introductory level textbook which covers symbolic logic as well as many topics in the philosophy of logic. The book is suitable for either a one or two semester course at the introductory level but contains material of interest to a wider audience. The treatment of formal semantics is quite different from the standard account, as just one example. In addition, more attention is given to issues in the history of logic t...

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by Joseph Kloss (Author)WHO YOU ARE shines a nondual light on the age-old mystery embodied in the words, "Know Thyself," and offers a simple practice for living in and as...reality. Number of Pages: 144 Dimensions: 0.34 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2009

Sun Tzu's Original Art of War: Special Bilingual Edition - Paperback

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by Sun Tzu (Author), Sun Zi (Author), Andrew W. Zieger (Translator)This special bilingual edition of Sun Tzu's Original Art of War uses the best of archaeological and academic research to recover the original Chinese text and faithfully recreate it in English, eschewing the unnecessary wordiness and inaccurate abstractions that mar other English translations. Beautifully adorned with the original Chinese text, critics agree: Sun Tzu's Original Art of War brings the modern English reader as cl...

Who Created the Universe & Why? - Paperback

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by Ibrahim Ibn Salma (Author)"Who created the universe and why?" is a spiritual parable with a poetic flavor. The essence is to demonstrate that spirituality and science can complement each other to shed some light upon who created this vast and organized universe and why. It, in no way, claims the authenticity of the logic it explains. It however floats with the art of storyteller to reach its findings without posing any challenges to religious beliefs or scientific theories. It has, however...

Sub specie aeternitatis: Articles Philosophic, Social and Literary (1900-1906) - Paperback

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by Nicholas Berdyaev (Author), S. Janos (Translator)1st English translation from Russian: the Russian religious philosopher Nicholas Berdyaev's 1907 book, "Sub specie aeternitatis: Articles Philosophic, Social and Literary (1900-1906)", is a sbornik collection 1900-1906 journal articles penned by him. It is among the earliest of his books, and as such serves as key to elements in his thought in this early period. Berdyaev's fundamental motifs of freedom, the person, creativity, spirit -- are ...

Contemporary Aristotelian Metaphysics - Paperback

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by Tuomas E. Tahko (Editor)Aristotelian (or neo-Aristotelian) metaphysics is currently undergoing something of a renaissance. This volume brings together fourteen new essays from leading philosophers who are sympathetic to this conception of metaphysics, which takes its cue from the idea that metaphysics is the first philosophy. The primary input from Aristotle is methodological, but many themes familiar from his metaphysics will be discussed, including ontological categories, the role and in...

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by Elbert Hubbard (Author), Fra Elbert Hubbard (Author)The Book of Job is a literary work written by Elbert Hubbard. It is a retelling of the biblical story of Job, who was a wealthy man living in the land of Uz. Job was a righteous man who feared God and shunned evil. However, one day, God allowed Satan to test Job's faith by taking away his wealth, health, and family. Despite his suffering, Job remained faithful to God and refused to curse him.Hubbard's retelling of the story is a philosoph...

Art And Morality And The Divided Household Of Faith - Paperback

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by Robert G. Ingersoll (Author)""Art And Morality And The Divided Household Of Faith"" is a book written by Robert G. Ingersoll, an American lawyer, orator, and political leader in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of essays that explore the relationship between art, morality, and religion. Ingersoll argues that art and morality are closely linked and that the beauty and truth of art can inspire moral behavior in individuals. He also critiques the role of religion in society, ar...

The Complete Works Of Friedrich Nietzsche V7: Human, All-Too-Human, Part Two (1911) - Hardcover

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by Friedrich Nietzsche (Author), Oscar Levy (Editor)The Complete Works of Friedrich Nietzsche V7: Human, All-Too-Human, Part Two (1911) is a comprehensive collection of philosophical writings by the renowned German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. This volume is the seventh in a series of books that includes all of Nietzsche's works. Human, All-Too-Human, Part Two is a continuation of Nietzsche's exploration of human nature and the human condition. In this volume, Nietzsche delves deeper into...

History Of The Eberharts In Germany And The United States: From 1265 To 1890, 625 Years (1891) - Paperback

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by Uriah Eberhart (Author)""History Of The Eberharts In Germany And The United States: From 1265 To 1890, 625 Years"" is a comprehensive account of the Eberhart family's history, spanning over six centuries. Written by Uriah Eberhart and published in 1891, the book traces the family's origins in Germany, detailing their early lives, traditions, and customs. It then follows their migration to the United States, where they settled in Pennsylvania, and provides a detailed account of their lives ...

Edmund Burke And The Natural Law - Hardcover

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by Peter J. Stanlis (Author), Russell Kirk (Foreword by)Edmund Burke and the Natural Law is a book written by Peter J. Stanlis that explores the political philosophy of Edmund Burke, a prominent 18th-century British statesman and philosopher. The book delves into Burke's views on natural law, which is the idea that there are certain moral principles that are inherent in nature and can be discovered through reason. Stanlis argues that Burke's political thought was deeply rooted in his belief i...

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by William McNamara (Author)The Art of Being Human is a comprehensive guide to the study of human nature and the evolution of our species. Written by William McNamara, this book explores the complex interplay between biology, culture, and history that has shaped the human experience. Drawing on insights from anthropology, psychology, philosophy, and other disciplines, McNamara offers a rich and nuanced portrait of what it means to be human.The book covers a wide range of topics, from the orig...

The Theory of the Leisure Class: An Economic Study of Institutions, Conspicuous Consumption, Fashion and Traditions - Paperback

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by Thorstein Veblen (Author)Thorstein Veblen's groundbreaking treatise upon the evolution of the affluent classes of society traces the development of conspicuous consumption from the feudal Middle Ages to the end of the 19th century. Beginning with the end of the Dark Ages, Veblen examines the evolution of the hierarchical social structures. How they incrementally evolved and influenced the overall picture of human society is discussed. Veblen believed that the human social order was immense...

Meta Math!: The Quest for Omega - Paperback

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by Gregory Chaitin (Author)Gregory Chaitin, one of the world's foremost mathematicians, leads us on a spellbinding journey, illuminating the process by which he arrived at his groundbreaking theory. Chaitin's revolutionary discovery, the Omega number, is an exquisitely complex representation of unknowability in mathematics. His investigations shed light on what we can ultimately know about the universe and the very nature of life. In an infectious and enthusiastic narrative, Chaitin delineate...

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by Richard Fumerton (Author)Epistemology is an accessible and indispensable volume for undergraduates studying philosophy. Essential introduction to epistemology, a field of fundamental philosophical importance Offers concise and well-written synopses of different epistemological debates and concerns Back JacketEpistemology is an accessible introduction to a topic of fundamental importance in philosophy. This distinctive book first highlights some of the serious questions about belief and kn...

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by Maurice H. Farbridge (Author)""Language As A Symbol"" by Maurice H. Farbridge is a book that explores the role of language as a symbol in human communication. The author argues that language is not just a tool for conveying information, but also a complex system of symbols that can convey deeper meanings and emotions. He examines various aspects of language, such as grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, and shows how they are used to create meaning in different contexts. Farbridge also discusse...

Advanced Rf & Microwave Circuit Design (Updated & Modernized Edition - June 2018): The Ultimate Guide to Superior Design - Paperback

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by Matthew M. Radmanesh (Author)RF and Microwaves is currently in the forefront as a fundamental technology in numerous industrial and commercial applications. As applications of RF and microwaves continue to evolve and as this technology becomes a common factor in the scientific and engineering communities it is impera-tive that university students and practicing scientists and engineers become thoroughly familiar with the measurement principles, electronics, and design fundamentals under-ly...

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by George Plechanoff (Author)In reprinting Anarchism and Socialism, by George Plechanoff, we realize that there is not the same need for assailing and exposing anarchism at present as there has been at different times in the past. Yet the book is valuable, not merely because of its historic interest but also to workers coming into contact with the revolutionary movement for the first time. The general conception of anarchism that a beginner often gets is that it is something extremely advance...

The Gateless Gate of Zen: Traditional Wisdom, Koans & Stories to Enlighten Everyone - Paperback

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by Wes Burgess (Author)The Gateless Gate of Zen is a traditional collection of stories and essays, called koans, that were used by the ancient priests to teach Zen to their students. It contains the complete comments and verses of the original Chinese Zen masters from the 1228 edition, now in modern language. The Gateless Gate deepens Zen understanding and helps bring the experience of Zen inspiration and clarity into your daily life. Its recurring theme is the attainment of satori, a mental ...

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by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (Author)El Anticristo, es una de las ltimas obras del fil sofo. Nietzsche identifica en el cristianismo todo el mal social, por cuya causa el mundo sufre, y el mal moral, que oprime al hombre. San Pablo utiliz a las masas y oprimidos para tomar el poder, y del mismo modo act an los socialistas en la poca en que Nietzsche escribe. A estos, como sobre todo a los anarquistas, el fil sofo los considera -peyorativamente- como nuevos cristianos aut nticos. El crist...

Ontology of complexity: A reading of Gregory Bateson - Paperback

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by Gianfranco Savino (Author)This essay on Gregory Bateson attempts a reading of his thought from a purely philosophical-ontological standpoint. The epistemological issues raised by Bateson are interpreted as intimately connected to Heidegger's problem of overcoming of metaphysics and question concerning the Sense of Being. Bateson's setting of mind/body question, his formal definition of the concept of 'mind' and his interpretation of phenomena related to the sacred and the functioning of me...

Louise Humann (1766-1836): Re-Christianizing Post-Revolutionary France - Hardcover

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by Margaret R. O'Leary (Author)Upon Mademoiselle Louise Humann's death in 1836, a distraught Abbé Théodore Ratisbonne said of his spiritual mother, "Here lays this sweet, strong Christian who, from the depths of her quiet, secluded home, has exercised more influence on the world of her time than will ever be known!" Yet in an era when women had few opportunities to excel or contribute to society outside the home, how did this brilliant and pious French mystic help re-Christianize France follo...

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by Jim Howard (Author)What Is a Man? Biologically, we are animals--homo sapiens. But men are different, born with consciousness, reason, free will, notions of morality, and other characteristics of what we call "human nature." Why are we different? Were we created by God or are we just accidents of nature? Are you a child of the King or just a child of King Kong? This is a book of apologetics for laypeople. It looks at arguments for the existence of God and especially at those arguments that ...