Introduction to Philosophy

About Introduction to Philosophy

In these short episodes delve into different philosophical texts and gain a simple understanding of complex topics.

Publisher

Grace Podcasts

Category

education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Sept 2024

Latest episode

20 Jan 2025

Latest episodes

65 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Jan 2025

   Leibniz's Discourse on Metaphysics

   Leibniz argues for God's creation as the best possible world, defining God's attributes (omniscience, omnipotence) and explaining the relationship between God, individual substances (monads), and the universe. He distinguishes between efficient and final causes, highlighting the role of God's will and understanding in governing events. Finally, he addresses the nature of human free will within this predetermined yet harmonious system.

2. 

   20 Jan 2025

   Leibniz's Monadology

   Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz's Monadology proposes that the universe consists of simple, indivisible substances called monads, each possessing perception and appetition. These monads, differing in quality, are distinct from one another and represent the entire universe from their unique perspective. Leibniz argues for the existence of God as the necessary substance that grounds the existence and harmony of all monads, establishing a pre-established harmony between the physical and moral realms. This harmony ensures that the actions of monads, governed by final causes, align perfectly with the laws of efficient causes in the physical world. Ultimately, Leibniz's system envisions a divinely ordered universe where all things, both physical and moral, work together in a perfect and preordained system.

3. 

   17 Jan 2025

   Descartes' Discourse on Method

   Philosopher René Descartes shares his revolutionary method for doubting established beliefs and constructing a firm foundation for truth through his groundbreaking Discourse on Method.

Who has been a guest on Introduction to Philosophy

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rene Descartes
• John Locke
• George Berkeley
• David Hume

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

3.7 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

4.3 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100

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Quality

65

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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