Origins of Western Philosophy in Greece
Western philosophy emerged in the Greek colonies of Asia Minor, around the sixth century BCE. Previously, rational knowledge, such as astronomy or geometry, existed in Egypt. However, it was in Greece where the first thinkers sought a rational explanation for both natural phenomena and human behavior.
From Mythos to Logos
Philosophy was born as a criticism against traditional knowledge and myths. Although it addressed similar questions, it did so from a very different perspective: that of logical
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Understanding Negotiation: Principles and Pitfalls
Key Elements of Negotiation
- Communication: Style, Effectiveness, Tactic
- Relationship: Tone, Approach
- Interests: Seller, Buyer
- Options: Different options they give
- Legitimacy: Market-based standards
- Commitment: Compromiso
- BATNA: Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement (Seller, Buyer)
- Final Reflection: Type of negotiation
Core Principles of Principled Negotiation
- Separate the People from the Problem: Focus on communication.
- Focus on Interests, Not Positions:
David Hume’s Philosophy: Empiricism, Knowledge, Morality
David Hume’s Philosophy
Knowledge and Perception
David Hume’s philosophy aims to provide answers to fundamental questions about human nature and knowledge. Key tenets include:
- All knowledge originates from experience.
- All ideas must be traceable to impressions.
- All knowledge is a combination of ideas remaining in the mind, which are caused by impressions.
- Knowledge consists of established truths.
Having established that all knowledge comes from experience, Hume distinguishes two types of perceptions:
- Simple
Nietzschean Thought: Fundamental Philosophical Principles
Nietzsche’s Concept of Becoming and the Apparent World
In his texts, Nietzsche contrasts the notion of ‘becoming’ with the Platonic concept of ‘being.’ Nietzsche argued that Plato, like most ‘mummies,’ sought to deny the constantly changing reality of the world. This denial, he believed, created the false dichotomy between the ‘apparent world’ and the ‘true world.’ Nietzsche considered the contradistinction between the real and apparent world a sign of moral decadence. He asserted that the only way
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What is Social Discrimination?
Social exclusion is a situation that is consolidated and reproduced by various means. However, there is a mechanism that generates social exclusion that is unacceptable to any egalitarian society. Discriminating against a person or group means reducing or denying their opportunities or even their rights based on characteristics such as origin, race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, social class, or other factors.
Types of Discrimination: Declared and Covert
Discrimination
Read MoreCore Concepts: Legal Philosophy, Logic, and Metaphysics
Method Definition?
It is a rule or a guide to continue with the intention of achieving any purpose or procedure.
What are the Two Goals of Method?
The two goals are:
- Order.
- Ensure steps to reach an end.
Legal Concept of Methodology?
It is the science that studies the stages or rules for the study of law or research.
Definition of Legal Philosophy?
It is the branch of philosophy that studies law.
Streams of Legal Philosophy?
The main streams are:
- Positivism
- Realism
- Sociological
- Ontological
Concept of Logic?
It is
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