Philosophy: Various Philosophers and Dichotomous Realms
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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?

    <p>Analyzes and reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Descartes define the self's existence?

    <p>Through thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Thinking and willing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The spirited soul enables cognitive functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Being wise and virtuous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Socrates define the soul in relation to Christianity?

    <p>As the intellectual and moral personality of the human person</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Spirited Soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Our minds and cognitive functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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