PHL 2060A - Ancient Philosophy

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Dowling College (Closed)

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Description:

3 credits An historical introduction to the major philosophical themes of ancient philosophy from its Pre-Socratic origins, through Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics, the Epicureans, and the Sceptics, to Plotinus and Augustine. Attention is focused upon concepts and problems addressed by philoso phers in the areas of cosmology, epistemology, psychology, ethics, poli tics, logic, aesthetics, and religion. Course participants examine such issues as the origins of the universe, the nature of knowledge, the soul and immortality, happiness, and the just state, language and logic, art and truth, and the nature and existence of god. Prerequisite: Junior standing or three credits in Philosophy. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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