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Response to Clifford’s “Ethics of Belief”
Categorical imperative
Ethics
In his article “Ethics of Belief,” William K. Clifford makes a number of assertions about beliefs that are untenable. Clifford’s ultimate conclusion is that it is “wrong always, everywhere, and for anyone to believe anything upon sufficient evidence” (Clifford, 280). Presumably Clifford means it is ethically or morally wrong since his article deals with ethics….
Recitatif by Toni Morrison Analysis
American Culture
Human Activities
Toni Morrison’s essay “Recitatif” centers around the upbringing of two girls, Twyla and Roberta, in an orphanage due to their mothers’ inability to care for them. The main focus of the essay is the presence of racism, with Morrison adding an intriguing twist by keeping the girls’ races ambiguous. Despite dropping hints, Morrison never explicitly…
Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity Short Summary
Christian
Psychology
Charlee Alan-Evans 4-Mat Review: Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity SUMMARY In David Entwistle’s book, Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity (2010), he explores two potentially divergent disciplines: psychology and theology. He then considers whether integration of these two disciplines is attainable, desirable, or necessary (p. 16). The author points out that regardless of the…
Hinduism: Iconography of Shiva
Hinduism
In this essay I will provide a detailed explanation of the worship of Shiva in relation to the bhakti tradition. I will use an iconic visual representation of this deity to assist with my explanation of the beliefs and values associated with the devotion of the Deity. To do so, I shall begin my essay…
Compare and Contrast Confucianism with Taoism
Confucianism
Taoism
Confucianism Kung Fu Tzu, also known as Confucius, founded Confucian Philosophy. He believed that during times of violent social change, tradition or ‘li’ can restore society to its original and stable state. By doing so, society can accept only what is beneficial for it. Additionally, ‘li’ can train even the lowest person to become a…
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule
India
Religion
Jotirao Govindrao Phule was born in the Satara district of Maharashtra in a family belonging to the Mali (Fulmali) caste, which was perceived as an inferior caste by certain sections of society. His father, Govindrao, was a vegetable vendor. Originally, Jotirao’s family, known as Gorhays, came from Katgun, a village in Taluka-Khatav, District-Satara. His grandfather,…
Pros and Cons of Islamic Banking
Islam
Companies such as property developer Unshaken and Jibe Ail Free Zone raised funds through SKU but were forced to restructure once they found themselves unTABLE to pay creditors. I *The market in Islamic bonds, or SKU, is believed to total about $50 billion, roughly one per cent of global bond issuance * Tuba’s fast-growing Emirates…
Review of “Light in August” by William Faulkner
Anger
Catholic Church
Christianity
God
Religion
Sin
Loving God and Other Sins As Friedrich Nietzsche, the revolutionary existentialist, once said, “The Christian resolve to find the world evil and ugly has made the world evil and ugly.” William H. Faulkner’s Light in August, a novel in which the various protagonists struggle with Christianity, soils their relationships with the people around them and…
Communication Etiquette: Views and Opinions
Communication
Etiquette
The Essence Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People” discusses how to be a good conversationalist in Chapter Four. He advises, “Be a good listener and encourage others to talk about themselves.” Unfortunately, very few people actually listen to others. However, listening is the biggest advantage one can have in making others understand…
Key Features and Differences between Gen X and Gen Y
Critical Theory
Generation
Human development
Identity Politics
Minorities
Generation (from the Latin generare, meaning to beget), also known as procreation, is the act of producing offspring. Generation can be defined as the entire body of individuals born and living at about the same time. Each generation has its own distinct set of values that is developed from the social environment in their early…