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I will say this: discussing philosophy among LDS members is not always a good idea, as I was reminded of tonight.

 

Would you like to go more in depth as to why?

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I am a reader of philosophy.  Some that come to mind are Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, Francis Bacon, John Locke, Karl Marx, Augustine, Marcus Aurelius, C.S. Lewis, James Allen, and many others.  I've even seen Paul on a list of the greatest philosophers, and one would be hard pressed to find a Latter-day Saint who hasn't read his writings.  I'm quite partial to John Locke and C.S. Lewis.

 

The last philosophy book i read was Superheros and Philosophy, a collection of essays compiled by Tom Morris.  Apparently it's part of an entire series of books called Pop Culture and Philosophy.  Many of the essays were really quite interesting.  I was particularly impressed with the ones by Tom Morris.  He is quite the modern-day philosopher.

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Would you like to go more in depth as to why?

Essentially, I was explaining how there are philosophers who strive to understand the ways of our heavenly father, and come closer to it with their philosophies than we sometimes give them credit for. He told me I was being arrogant and insinuated that I need to have more humility. (Even though it wasnt my pholosphies I was referring to.)

It was a peaceful conversation. He wasn't being rude, and neither was I. His comment came from a loving heart but was born of ignorance. So, I just dropped it as soon as he said that and we started talking about Guardians of the Galaxy.

It has been common in my experience that talking about philosophy around LDS members usually results in some hesitation, ignorance, and attempts to knock the philosophy and change the subject. This hasn't always been my experience, just significantly more often than not. Maybe some of you have had other experiences, though. :)

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I am a reader of philosophy.  Some that come to mind are Plato, Aristotle, Confucius, Francis Bacon, John Locke, Karl Marx, Augustine, Marcus Aurelius, C.S. Lewis, James Allen, and many others.  I've even seen Paul on a list of the greatest philosophers, and one would be hard pressed to find a Latter-day Saint who hasn't read his writings.  I'm quite partial to John Locke and C.S. Lewis.

 

The last philosophy book i read was Superheros and Philosophy, a collection of essays compiled by Tom Morris.  Apparently it's part of an entire series of books called Pop Culture and Philosophy.  Many of the essays were really quite interesting.  I was particularly impressed with the ones by Tom Morris.  He is quite the modern-day philosopher.

Thanks for the input Connie. 

 

C.S Lewis is always worth a read as is Augustine and Aurelius. 

 

Tom Morris , new on me so I'll check him out. 

 

Which particular phrases / ideas from any of these people would you say has had an impact on you personally if you don't mind me asking ?

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Thanks for the input Connie. 

 

C.S Lewis is always worth a read as is Augustine and Aurelius. 

 

Tom Morris , new on me so I'll check him out. 

 

Which particular phrases / ideas from any of these people would you say has had an impact on you personally if you don't mind me asking ?

I like Locke's ideas on government and equality.  He also had some good things to say on toleration.

 

Lewis is just awesome.  I have so many good quotes written down from him.  I like many of the answers he gives to common questions on God and Christianity.  He is often quoted by LDS general authorities.

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