Journey Through Philosophy

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Introduction.

Philosophy is a discipline that seeks to answer some of life’s most fundamental questions. It is an inquiry into the nature of reality, the meaning of existence, and the principles that govern human behaviour. From the ancient Greeks to modern thinkers, philosophy has played a critical role in shaping the way we understand ourselves and the world around us.

Join Steff as he explores the rich and diverse world of philosophy, examining some of its key concepts and thinkers. We’ll delve into the major branches of philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics, and explore the central questions they seek to answer. We’ll also examine the historical context in which these ideas emerged and the impact they have had on the development of human civilisation.

Through this exploration, we hope to deepen our understanding of the human condition and gain a greater appreciation for the rich and varied history of philosophical thought. By engaging with these ideas and exploring the different perspectives they offer, we can broaden our horizons, challenge our assumptions, and gain valuable insights into the complex and fascinating world we inhabit.

 
Latest posts:
Philippa Foot Virtue, Reason and the Moral Life

Philippa Foot: Virtue, Reason and the Moral Life

Philippa Foot was a leading twentieth-century philosopher who revived virtue ethics and challenged prevailing views about moral judgement. Best known for the trolley problem and her theory of “natural goodness,” she argued that virtues are grounded in human nature and essential to human flourishing. Her ...
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Mary Midgley: Understanding Human Nature Beyond Reductionism

Mary Midgley was a pioneering British philosopher who challenged reductionism, defended the importance of ethical and ecological understanding, and argued that human life requires multiple forms of explanation beyond science alone. Her work on animals, moral imagination and intellectual humility remains deeply relevant today.
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Iris Murdoch: Moral Vision, Human Complexity, and the Work of Attention

Iris Murdoch: Moral Vision, Human Complexity, and the Work of Attention

Iris Murdoch was a novelist and philosopher who explored morality through the inner life, emphasising attention, imagination and the struggle against ego. Her work unites fiction and ethics, revealing how we become good not through sudden decisions but through how we see others and the ...
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Elizabeth Anscombe: Intention, Virtue, and the Revival of Moral Philosophy

Elizabeth Anscombe: Intention, Virtue, and the Revival of Moral Philosophy

Elizabeth Anscombe, one of the most influential analytic philosophers of the twentieth century, transformed modern ethics and action theory through her work on intention, virtue, and moral reasoning. Drawing on Aristotle and Aquinas while engaging the legacy of Wittgenstein, she challenged the foundations of modern ...
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Simone Weil: A Life of Attention, Affliction, and Radical Moral Seriousness

Simone Weil was a French philosopher, mystic, and social activist whose life embodied radical intellectual and moral commitment. Known for her powerful reflections on suffering, attention, labour, and the need for spiritual humility, she remains one of the most compelling and challenging thinkers of the ...
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María Zambrano: The Poet-Philosopher Who Reimagined Reason

María Zambrano: The Poet-Philosopher Who Reimagined Reason

María Zambrano was a Spanish philosopher whose poetic approach to reason reshaped modern thought. Exploring exile, democracy, the inner self, and the divine, she blended philosophy and literature to reveal deeper ways of understanding human experience.
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