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Philosophy: Various Philosophers and Dichotomous Realms

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According to Descartes, what is the essence of self?

An understanding entity

A body with different sizes

A shape that showcases motion

A thinking thing (correct)

What must one have in order to attain the best decisions in life, as per Descartes?

A healthy body

A well-shaped body

Proper physical exercise

A healthy mind (correct)

What did Descartes attribute to the bad and wrong things happening in the world?

Lack of intellectual pursuits

Misusing of the body

Lack of physical activity

Misusing of the mind (correct)

What is the function of the mind?

Analyzes and reasons Signup and view all the answers

How did Descartes define the self's existence?

Through thinking Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, what is the essence of the human person?

Thinking and willing Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the rational soul and the spirited soul based on the text?

The spirited soul enables cognitive functions Signup and view all the answers

What did Socrates emphasize as necessary to attain a good life?

Being wise and virtuous Signup and view all the answers

How does Socrates define the soul in relation to Christianity?

As the intellectual and moral personality of the human person Signup and view all the answers

What enables us to experience joy, happiness, sadness, and anger according to the text?

Spirited Soul Signup and view all the answers

What does Socrates suggest we need to take care of in order to attain a good life?

Our minds and cognitive functions Signup and view all the answers