Introduction to Philosophy
Notes
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Richard Lee
Philosophy
2003 C 001
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Richard Lee
Autumn 2002
Sample Philosophical Questions
Metaphysical
What is the mind?
Does God exist?
Are there any free actions?
What is the difference between the physical and the mental?
What happens to persons when their bodies die?
Epistemological
What is knowledge?
Can we know anything beyond our own sense experience?
Can we know that God exists?
Can we know that anyone else exists?
What is a good reason to believe something?
Axiological
What is moral obligation?
Is it wrong to disobey God?
What is the best political system?
Is morality all relative?
What is beauty?
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