HONR 268 - Truth and meaning

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Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

What determines meaning? Is it what you intend?What about truth? Doesn't the truth matter to what words mean? Do you know what I mean? How do you know? This course examines a variety of philosophical traditions which address truth and meaning in the context of language.We focus on the relationship of language to the world, meaning to intention and how communication works. through speech acts as well as nonverbal acts and other contextual factors. We examine views from the tradition of analytic philosophy as well as a variety of responses to this from other traditions. Partially fulfills the Area of Knowledge requirement in civilizations (philosophy or religion) and counts on the major or minor in philosophy. Three hours. Ms. Turney.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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