…on the quest for truth
One of the most notable quotes in Philosophy is René Descartes’s first principle: Cogito, ergo sum. It’s a Latin phrase which means “I think, therefore I am”. That which cannot think, does not exist. Ancient Greek philosophers such as Aristotle and Parmenides have expressed similar views regarding consciousness and existence. While there have been critiques … Read more
As humans, we often assume that wisdom is universal—that what’s true in one man’s life must apply equally well to another. Nothing could be further from the truth. Actions deemed wise for one man may constitute absolute folly in the case of another. Let’s consider an example of two men whose understanding of the world … Read more
When I was young and naive, I believed that the world consists of two types of people – good and evil. My definition of good and evil was rather simplistic as well. People who cared for others’ well-being were good, while those who sought to harm others were evil. As my critical thinking skills developed … Read more
As a child, one often yearns for freedom and independence. However, as the years pass and one gains the much-coveted liberty, it seems that it doesn’t bring us much happiness. There comes a time when we, as adults, begin to wish for the carefree and playful life we once had. While my early days weren’t … Read more
Human life abounds with various types of uncertainties and challenges. Like other creatures, man constantly struggles for the preservation and prosperity of his existence. However, unlike others, he can intellectually understand the hardships in his life and solve them logically. Since the beginning of human civilisation, enlightened man has been conceptualising and propounding the concepts … Read more