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Philosophers: The Best Ancient and Recent Philosophical Ideas and Views
New and old perspectives on metaphysics, life, and our entire existence.
Book 1: Thomas Aquinas
The Italian philosopher, Thomas Aquinas, has had a major impact on Christian theology, the up rise of Scholasticism, and the Roman Catholic Church. His “Summa Theologica” and other works are renowned, and they emphasize the five pieces of evidences that God exists.
Book 2: David Hume
David Hume was a Scottish philosopher, and historian. He was also known for his essays and economic analyses. He supported empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism in his own little way, which sheds light on life and reasoning in a distinct manner he has propagated in various, ethical ways.
Book 3: Erasmus
He stood for humanism, children’s right, and theological ideologies that he wasn’t afraid to spread across the Dutch nation, which was going through some dramatic transformations at that time. His political and theological ideas should not be ignored, and as a Christian philosopher, he has had a huge impact on the distant culture of the Netherlands, Protestantism, and more.
Book 4: John Locke
Although considered as a pure politician and idealist by some, John Locke’s philosophical views on life have inspired many to take a step back and reassess the nature of governments, property, and human rights. He was an advocate of freedom and liberty. His influence cannot be underestimated when looking at the philosophical debates that have been held since his time, let alone during his lifetime.
Book 5: Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant was born in the 18th Century, in Prussia. So actually, he wasn’t originally from Germany. Nonetheless, he set the stage for German philosophy in the following century. According to Kant, philosophy is the result of human reasoning. He reasoned about metaphysics, intelligible objects, and ethics.
Book 6: Plato
He founded one of the first organized academies in Western Civilization. His standings on life and perceptions have been quoted and referred to worldwide for centuries, as well as his main student, Aristotle. He wrote about metaphysics, epistemology, and education.
Book 7: Rene Descartes
Read more about the genius man who used logic and evidence to figure out the realism of life laid the foundation of the 17th century Rationalism. He drew conclusions based on reasoning that makes sense. His rhetoric included statements about God, the universe, and our perceptions of reality. Theories from this works have contributed greatly to the philosophical stage the people were at during his life.
Book 8: Friedrich Nietzsche
Friedrich Nietzsche’s influence on the world of philosophy has undoubtedly been impressive. So what are we to think of this German thinker? Is his look on life and the universe truly negative? Or was he just misunderstood? What does it take to get to the deep meaning of his words? His book, “Der Wille zur Macht” (The Will to Power) refers to what Nietzsche most likely thought to be the driving force in human beings, namely, accomplishment, ambition, and trying to become the highest out there. Read more about the answers to these questions and others in this brief but powerful guide to Nietzsche’s life, theories, works, and prominent quotes.
Book 9: Karl Marx
Communism has been frowned on and praised equally among the nations. Some communist nations have collapsed, other ones are still intact in one way or another. Find out what went through the man’s mind who invented this system as a response to the increasing gap between the rich and the poor and the exploitation he feared would only grow. Some critical thinking can help you get a more sophisticated perspective on the reasons why his ideology has or has not worked, and the differences between how his theories and views were applied in various areas in the world.
Book 1: Thomas Aquinas
The Italian philosopher, Thomas Aquinas, has had a major impact on Christian theology, the up rise of Scholasticism, and the Roman Catholic Church. His “Summa Theologica” and other works are renowned, and they emphasize the five pieces of evidences that God exists.
Book 2: David Hume
David Hume was a Scottish philosopher, and historian. He was also known for his essays and economic analyses. He supported empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism in his own little way, which sheds light on life and reasoning in a distinct manner he has propagated in various, ethical ways.
Book 3: Erasmus
He stood for humanism, children’s right, and theological ideologies that he wasn’t afraid to spread across the Dutch nation, which was going through some dramatic transformations at that time. His political and theological ideas should not be ignored, and as a Christian philosopher, he has had a huge impact on the distant culture of the Netherlands, Protestantism, and more.
Book 4: John Locke
Although considered as a pure politician and idealist by some, John Locke’s philosophical views on life have inspired many to take a step back and reassess the nature of governments, property, and human rights. He was an advocate of freedom and liberty. His influence cannot be underestimated when looking at the philosophical debates that have been held since his time, let alone during his lifetime.
Book 5: Immanuel Kant
Immanuel Kant was born in the 18th Century, in Prussia. So actually, he wasn’t originally from Germany. Nonetheless, he set the stage for German philosophy in the following century. According to Kant, philosophy is the result of human reasoning. He reasoned about metaphysics, intelligible objects, and ethics.
Book 6: Plato
He founded one of the first organized academies in Western Civilization. His standings on life and perceptions have been quoted and referred to worldwide for centuries, as well as his main student, Aristotle. He wrote about metaphysics, epistemology, and education.
Book 7: Rene Descartes
Read more about the genius man who used logic and evidence to figure out the realism of life laid the foundation of the 17th century Rationalism. He drew conclusions based on reasoning that makes sense. His rhetoric included statements about God, the universe, and our perceptions of reality. Theories from this works have contributed greatly to the philosophical stage the people were at during his life.
Book 8: Friedrich Nietzsche
Friedrich Nietzsche’s influence on the world of philosophy has undoubtedly been impressive. So what are we to think of this German thinker? Is his look on life and the universe truly negative? Or was he just misunderstood? What does it take to get to the deep meaning of his words? His book, “Der Wille zur Macht” (The Will to Power) refers to what Nietzsche most likely thought to be the driving force in human beings, namely, accomplishment, ambition, and trying to become the highest out there. Read more about the answers to these questions and others in this brief but powerful guide to Nietzsche’s life, theories, works, and prominent quotes.
Book 9: Karl Marx
Communism has been frowned on and praised equally among the nations. Some communist nations have collapsed, other ones are still intact in one way or another. Find out what went through the man’s mind who invented this system as a response to the increasing gap between the rich and the poor and the exploitation he feared would only grow. Some critical thinking can help you get a more sophisticated perspective on the reasons why his ideology has or has not worked, and the differences between how his theories and views were applied in various areas in the world.
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Published April 28, 2018
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