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What does the term 'Arché' refer to in Pre-Socratic philosophy?
Which of the following questions were Pre-Socratic philosophers concerned with?
How did the Pre-Socratics primarily seek to understand the world?
What is the greatest failing, according to Socrates?
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According to the Pre-Socratic view, what cannot happen to 'Arché'?
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Which philosopher among the Pre-Socratics is known for focusing on the self?
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What should a student be able to explain after completing the lesson?
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Which aspect of the self are students encouraged to examine?
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What is the primary goal of philosophy as described in the lesson?
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What shift did the Greeks make in their philosophical inquiries?
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What type of questions did Greeks respond to through philosophy?
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What is an outcome of understanding one’s self as stated in the lesson objectives?
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What did Socrates believe regarding the nature of life?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three components of the soul according to Plato?
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According to Plato, what must the three parts of the soul do to achieve justice?
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What aspect of the soul is associated with desires and cravings?
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In Plato's philosophy, which soul component is responsible for thinking and reasoning?
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What does the spirited soul do according to Plato?
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How does Socrates view the body in relation to the soul?
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To attain virtue, what must one ensure according to Plato's view on the soul?
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Which philosopher argued that the mind synthesizes experiences into something meaningful?
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What are impressions in the context of experiences?
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Which statement reflects the views of David Hume?
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What differentiates Immanuel Kant's view from that of empiricists like David Hume?
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According to Kant, what is the relationship between the self and sensory experiences?
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According to the content, which aspect do modern-day philosophers address regarding the self?
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What does Kant believe about ideas in relation to impressions?
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In the context of experiences, what does Hume’s empiricism focus on?
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What does Gilbert Ryle emphasize in defining the 'self'?
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According to Maurice Merleau-Ponty, how are mind and body viewed?
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What aspect of self does Gilbert Ryle suggest can differ?
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What is Paul Churchland known for proposing?
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What does Ryle suggest people do to understand themselves?
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Which philosopher emphasized the importance of embodied experience?
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What is a key concept associated with eliminating the old terms of the mind according to Churchland?
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How does Merleau-Ponty describe all experiences, including thoughts and emotions?
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Study Notes
Philosophical Perspective on the Self
- Philosophy involves seeking fundamental truths about oneself, the world, and relationships.
- Ancient Greeks shifted from mythological explanations to rational inquiry regarding self-identity.
The Pre-Socratics
- Greek thinkers like Thales, Pythagoras, and Heraclitus explored the nature of reality.
- Key questions addressed by Pre-Socratic philosophers:
- What is the essence of the world?
- Why does the world exist in its current state?
- What accounts for the changes observed?
Socrates
- Lived from 469-399 BCE, emphasized the importance of self-examination.
- Advocated for knowing oneself, asserting that ignorance of one’s virtues is detrimental.
- Believed in the dualistic nature of humans, comprising both body and soul.
Plato
- Lived from 428-347 BCE, proposed a tripartite soul:
- Appetitive soul: covers desires and cravings
- Rational soul: encompasses thinking and reasoning
- Spirited soul: manages emotions and adheres to reason
- In "The Republic," taught that harmony among the soul's parts is essential for justice and virtue.
David Hume
- Lived from 1711-1776, distinguished between impressions (immediate sensations) and ideas (mental representations).
- Argued that impressions are authentic experiences while ideas are derived from them.
Immanuel Kant
- Lived from 1724-1804, aligned with Hume but introduced the concept of a regulating mind that synthesizes experiences.
- Suggested that self is independent of sensory experiences, providing structure to our understanding of the world.
Modern-Day Philosophers
- Ongoing debate on the mind-body duality and the definition of self has evolved significantly in contemporary philosophy.
Gilbert Ryle
- Lived from 1900-1976, viewed self through observable behavior rather than an internal duality.
- Suggested that understanding oneself involves reflecting on observable actions rather than private, unobservable states.
Maurice Merleau-Ponty
- Lived from 1908-1961, highlighted the interdependence of mind and body.
- Emphasized that bodily experiences shape our connection to the external world.
Paul Churchland
- Introduced "eliminative materialism," questioning traditional terminology regarding the mind and suggesting a shift in understanding self.
- Advocated for integrating insights from various academic disciplines in the study of self and consciousness.
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Explore the philosophical perspectives on the self through the insights of Pre-Socratic thinkers and later philosophers like Socrates and Plato. This quiz delves into concepts of self-identity, the essence of reality, and the dualistic nature of humans. Challenge your understanding of these foundational philosophical ideas.