History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps HoP 047 God Only Knows: Aristotle on Mind and God
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Sep 25, 2011 AI Snips
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Modern vs. Aristotelian Philosophy
- Philosophers categorize themselves by their area of expertise.
- Philosophy encompasses many branches, unlike Aristotle's pursuit of all knowledge.
Aristotle's Soul vs. Modern Mind
- Aristotle invented philosophy of mind, but his "soul" differs from the modern concept of "mind".
- Aristotle's soul explains all vital functions, including thought, while modern philosophy focuses on mental phenomena.
Aristotle's Concept of Mind
- Aristotle's concept of "mind" (nus) refers to intellect, our capacity for knowledge.
- This capacity distinguishes humans from animals and is central to Aristotle's idea of the best life.