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Jeffrey Bell - An Inquiry into Analytic-Continental Metaphysics

Mar 11, 2024
Jeffrey Bell discusses the history of analytic and continental philosophy, highlighting the shared focus on regresses. The conversation explores infinite regress, brute facts, and the intersection of science and philosophy. Bell also touches on the relationship between mathematics and philosophy, challenging narratives in power dynamics, and navigating through complex philosophical inquiries.
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  • Metaphysics of problems links analytic & continental traditions through regresses
  • Delus's monism equals pluralism merges Spinoza's immanence with Hume's pre-individual singularities

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The Importance of Learning over Knowledge in Delus's Philosophy

Delus emphasizes the importance of learning over knowledge, highlighting the process of problem formulation and solution derivation. He discusses the complexity involved in learning, using examples like driving a stick shift car to illustrate how rules necessitate a deeper understanding beyond simple application. Delus aims to unravel the conditions that make determinate rules and identities feasible, focusing on the pivotal role of learning in creating and addressing problems.

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