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Life, the Universe, and Everything: An Aristotelian Philosophy for a Scientific Age,New
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Has modern science made philosophy obsolete? Is the soul real? Do we have a free will? Why should we be moral? Does God exist, and if so, why is there so much pain and suffering in the world? What is the relation between faith and reason? Ric Machuga takes a holistic approach to these questions. No philosophical idea, no matter how small, can live alone. Ideas always gain their force, power, and life from their surroundingstheir 'ecosystem.' The ecosystem of ideas defended in this book comes from the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle and his medieval interpreter, Thomas Aquinas. The ongoing relevance of their philosophical thought to twentyfirst century issues is opened up in fascinating ways. Life, the Universe, and Everything is the product of thirty years of teaching introductory courses in philosophy. Assuming no prior background, it only requires of readers an enquiring mind and a willingness to think carefully. An ideal guide to the big questions we face.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Life, the Universe, and Everything'? A: The main theme of the book explores the relevance of Aristotelian philosophy in addressing fundamental questions of existence, morality, and the relationship between faith and reason in a scientific age.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Life, the Universe, and Everything' is Ric Machuga, who has over thirty years of experience teaching philosophy.
- Q: What philosophical approach does the author take? A: Ric Machuga takes a holistic approach, emphasizing that philosophical ideas gain their significance from their surrounding ecosystem, influenced by Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers without a background in philosophy? A: Yes, the book is designed for readers with no prior background in philosophy and encourages an inquiring mind and careful thought.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book has a total of 324 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Life, the Universe, and Everything' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2011.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of 'Churches & Church Leadership'.
- Q: Does the book address contemporary issues? A: Yes, it connects ancient philosophical thought to relevant issues faced in the twenty-first century, making it applicable to modern discussions.