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If I were an atheist I would be inclined to agree; however, I am not.

Edit: I would agree; however, if I was an atheist I would rather live and enjoy life under the illusion of freedom rather than...

Yeah, its definitely important to note the differences in style and beliefs etc. when considering the merit of an author.

I'm taking a class on the Russian novel right now, with Dostoevsky on the mind anew I figured I would bring back this post to get some more discussion on one of the best novels ever written. I'll be...

If you read much of what Paul wrote you would know that this isn't how a Christian view is supposed to be. While you still may be saved, the life of the Christian is not revolved around salvation...

This is no contest, Tolkien was a mastermind and created one of the greatest pieces of literature ever written. Earning the reviews of masses of scholars who wrote all sorts of books about him and...

I agree, what is wrong with what we have now? However, although there are many people that don't see enough of the good things in life, I don't think these religions that present ideas such as...

I haven't read much Nietzsche. Does he assert that the metaphysical world has a place and it just isn't in this world? Or does he assert that it has no place at all?

Be so kind as to elaborate.

from "The Varieties of Religious Experiences" by William James.

"Inner happiness and serviceability do not always agree. What immediately feels most 'good' is not always most 'true', when measured...

"Gallantry is not a matter of the heart. Gallantry is a matter of actions. For what is of the heart may go by many names, but what is noble must begin in the heart and make its way out onto the...

" "God," "the immortality of the soul," salvation," a "beyond"-these are mere notions, to which I paid no attention, on which I never wasted any time, even as a child-though perhaps I was never...

My only problem with Nietzsche is that he was so arrogant. Very intelligent though, very intelligent.

you do realize that Kierkegaard believed in an objective reality don't you? He believed in subjective experiences, which is pretty reasonable considering experiences do tend to be subjective...., but...

sweet thanks

Well, recently I've delved into the art of poetry. Something I've steered clear of in the past because I've mainly stuck to writing fiction. Anyways, looking for some opinions, outlines, definitions,...

An interesting poll/thread. It seems Kant's ideas are prevalent in our time as they keep showing up near the top of most people's list.

1. St. Augustine (100%) Click here for info...

I felt like coming back to browse this forum, mainly because I started reading William James' "The Varieties of Religious Experiences". This reminded me of Mono here on the forum who, as I recall,...

we can most definitely learn from art....I'll do some snooping to support my view but, I can definitely say that is my view. I think art is an outstanding way of presenting reality to many people....

My feelings supporting existentialism( for I think I would define myself as a theistic existentialist) are something along the lines of Pascal who said "The heart has its reasons which reason is not...

my net has been down so I haven't gotten to check this as much but I just bought Fear and Trembling today along with Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment. Thanks for the input people.

I've returned to find two valuable replies. It seems that Fear and Trembling it is. Thanks for the other pieces of information, I will take them all into consideration.

I've read a little of Kierkegaard's work but not as much as I would like. I'm looking to read some more and would like some input on what some of you thought were his better works. Anything about any...

funny you mention those others mono I have the groundings for the metaphysics of morals right next to me :)

"Why do I always begin to feel sad at such moments; explain that mystery; you learned person? I've been thinking all my life that I should be goodness knows how pleased to see you and recalling...

earlier this summer I was reading this and meeting with some friends over lunch weekly to discuss the book. They ended up not finishing it due to summer classes and a mission trip to Honduras but I...