The Problem of Evil The problem of evil in philosophy is often known as the Epicurian trilemma, as it was developed by Epicurus. The problem of evil basically argues that there is evidence for evil and suffering in the world. Either God does not love us and therefore does not stop it (he is not … Read more
The exam period is approaching. Many of you have forthcoming examinations, particularly at AS and A2. This time of year, exam stress can get you down. I have put together five top tips for dealing with exam stress. Exam Stress Tip #1 Eat and Sleep Properly If you are not sleeping and eating properly, you … Read more
What is the Via Negativa? The Via Negativa (also called the Apophatic Way) focuses on explaining the nature of God by focusing on what God is not (‘apophatic’ comes from the Greek term ‘to deny’). The via negativa is based on the fundamental belief that ‘God’ is beyond human understanding and description – ‘He’ is … Read more
Although many people immediately think of Christmas as the most important date in the Christian calendar, Easter actually has a great deal of religious significance. In fact, most Christians would argue that Easter is the most important time of year. What is the significance of Good Friday and Easter Sunday? Good Friday – Jesus is … Read more
Solar Eclipse 2015 – A Fantastic Astronomical Display The recent Solar Eclipse was a fantastic display – the best astronomical display this decade. Some would even go to say it was the best astronomical display of the century! The eclipse could be seen in most areas of the UK, despite some restrictive cloud coverage. Some … Read more
Comic Relief raised awareness about female genital mutilation in it’s documentary Stop Cutting our Girls last Wednesday on BBC1 at 10pm. And rightly so – it is an issue that effects women worldwide, although predominantly in Africa. From a philosophical perspective, what is the ethics behind female genital mutilation and what would be the feminist … Read more
The Fifty Shades of Grey Trilogy Everyone’s talking about the 50 Shades of Grey Trilogy. It is the story of a sexy, but controlling entrepreneur by the name of Christian Grey and his relationship with recent college graduate Anastasia Steel. I have actually read the trilogy, initially not realising the basis of the content! I … Read more
Rene Descartes was a French Philosopher famous for the Trademark argument and a version of the ontological argument. What were the main themes in the book: Descartes ‘Meditations on First Philosophy?’ The book is written from the perspective of a gender neutral narrator, originally in French. Here is a brief summary of the key ideas … Read more
What is an Analogy? An analogy is a tool that is used to help us describe something that is difficult to explain. This is done through comparing it to something simpler. We might make an analogical bridge between the human brain and a computer. Some examples of analogy are similies and some examples are metaphors. … Read more
Do you Study Philosophy at College or University? Watching philosophy movies is a great way to explore philosophical issues and questions such as ‘Does God Exist?’ and ‘Is there an afterlife?’ Top 10 Philosophy Movies This selection of philosophy movies is great for a philosophy student or for a teacher to use in the classroom, (this … Read more