Are You Dreaming?

We are constantly perceiving things. Right now, you are receiving the sensation of specific rays of light hitting your eyes which your brain is interpreting as this article. From this sensory information, you have deduced that the electronic device you are reading this article from is within a material realm separate to yourself, occupying spaceContinue reading “Are You Dreaming?”

Philosopher’s Boxing Ring: Hume vs Paley

IntroductionPaley’s design argument argues for the existence of a wondrous God from the design elements of the universe. However, many years before Paley wrote his design argument, Hume wrote a series of criticisms against it. This essay will explore the debate between Paley and Hume and demonstrate why Paley’s design argument fails.Paley’s Argument From DesignContinue reading “Philosopher’s Boxing Ring: Hume vs Paley”

4 ways the Sims challenges our idea of God.

How does sims challenge our idea of God. The Sims seems to be in fashion at this moment in time among university students. It gives them the chance to feel empowered. However, it does seem to create an interesting metaphor to our own God. This essay will be exploring the issues raised by such aContinue reading “4 ways the Sims challenges our idea of God.”

The Philosopher’s Boxing Ring: Russell vs Copleston

IntroductionThere is nothing more exciting than an argument between two philosophers on a subject they are passionate about. What is even more exciting is seeing who wins. This article will look at Russell and Father Copelston’s debate over the cosmological argument and who actually wins.Background To The DebateThe debate in question occurred on the BBCContinue reading “The Philosopher’s Boxing Ring: Russell vs Copleston”

The Heather Dilemma

Hello! This article will be discussing how “Heathers; the Musical” demonstrates part of the Euthyphro Dilemma and how philosophers attempt to overcome this problem. This post is dedicated to my musical theater friend who introduced me to the musical. ~o~ A while back, one of my best friends introduced me to “Heathers; the Musical” whichContinue reading “The Heather Dilemma”