Phil 4550 - Continental Rationalism

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Washington University in St Louis

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A rationalist is a philosopher for whom at least one certain truth is inborn or comes from reason rather than from empirical or sensory experience. The major systemic writings of Descartes, Spinoza, and Leibniz are examined with a focus on the question: does the epistemology determine the ontology of these philosophical systems or vice versa? The lines of development connecting these philosophers are traced, and such enduring problems as the relation of mind to body are examined. Prerequisite: one course in philosophy at the 300 level, graduate standing, or permission of the instructor.

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3.00

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www.wustl.edu

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(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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