Dr. John Vervaeke Ep. 6 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Aristotle, Kant, and Evolution
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Apr 3, 2023 They discuss the relationship between wisdom, self-deception, and inner peace. They explore Aristotle's ideas on growth and development. They challenge the Newtonian model of change in living things. The problem of circular explanations in biology is explored. They discuss cause and constraint, and the importance of structural functional organization. The concept of constraints and their impact on system development and change is discussed. The importance of actively training oneself and developing virtues is emphasized.
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Plato's Wisdom
- Plato's concept of wisdom involves aligning the psyche to reduce inner conflict and self-deception.
- This alignment allows individuals to achieve inner peace and connect with reality by recognizing real-world patterns.
Aristotle's Focus on Change
- Aristotle, Plato's student, believed Plato's work lacked an adequate explanation of change.
- He prioritized biological analogies, focusing on growth and development, influenced by his physician father.
Aristotle's I-DOS
- Aristotle uses the concept of "I-DOS" to describe the structural functional organization of an entity (e.g., a bird).
- This "I-DOS" defines the entity's essence and how we understand its actions.