Philosophical Foundations of Self: Plato's Theory of Forms

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According to existentialism, how is the self defined?

By external factors like gods or authorities

By personal choices and actions (correct)

By societal norms

Through predetermined purpose

What is a key aspect of Eastern philosophies like Buddhism and Hinduism regarding the self?

Belief in fixed identity

Encouragement to transcend worldly attachments (correct)

Emphasis on a permanent self

Promotion of individuality and creativity

In John Locke's empiricism, what are the two kinds of experiences mentioned?

Thinking and Believing

Sensation and Reflection (correct)

Perception and Imagination

Sensation and Intuition

What does Locke consider as primary qualities of objects?

Solidity, Figure, Extension Signup and view all the answers

What does existentialism emphasize in terms of responsibility?

Taking responsibility for decisions Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato's Theory of Forms, how does the physical world relate to the ideal Forms?

The physical world reflects the ideal Forms. Signup and view all the answers

In Descartes' Dualism, what does 'RES COGITANS' refer to?

The immaterial mind Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the mind from the body in Descartes' Dualism?

The mind is immaterial, but the body is material. Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, what do our physical selves represent?

Imperfect reflections of an ideal self Signup and view all the answers

How does Descartes describe the body in relation to the physical world?

As an entity interacting with the physical world via senses Signup and view all the answers

According to existentialism, how is the self viewed in terms of essence?

Self is defined by personal decisions Signup and view all the answers

In Locke's empiricism, what distinguishes primary qualities of objects from secondary qualities?

Primary qualities are inherent in objects, secondary are not Signup and view all the answers

How do Eastern philosophies like Buddhism and Hinduism differ in their views on the concept of self?

Buddhism teaches attachment to a fixed identity, Hinduism encourages detachment Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes John Locke's concept of reflection from sensation in his empiricism?

Sensation involves perception of external stimuli, reflection focuses on internal mental operations Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of existentialist notions of self causes individuals to experience the anxiety of freedom?

Freedom to choose without constraints Signup and view all the answers

What is the central idea behind Plato's Theory of Forms in relation to the self?

The self exists in a realm of perfect and eternal Forms. Signup and view all the answers

How does Descartes define the mind in his concept of Mind-Body Dualism?

The mind is an immaterial substance involving consciousness and self-awareness. Signup and view all the answers

In Descartes' Dualism, what role does the body play according to 'RES EXTENSA'?

The body regulates normal bodily functions and interacts with the physical world via the five senses. Signup and view all the answers

How does Plato view the self in comparison to the material world?

The self is eternal and transcendent, distinct from the perishable material world. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Plato's view of the self from Descartes' Dualism?

Plato believes in a non-physical realm for the ideal self, while Descartes focuses on physical existence. Signup and view all the answers