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Quietism
Quietism is a philosophical and religious stance that advocates a contemplative and passive approach to life and spiritual matters. The term “quietism” is derived from the Latin word “quietus,” which means “calm” or “quiet.” Quietist movements have appeared in various religious traditions and philosophical contexts throughout history. Key features and characteristics of quietism include: Mystical…
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Post-structuralism
Post-structuralism is a philosophical and theoretical movement that emerged in the latter half of the 20th century as a critical response to structuralism, a predominant intellectual movement in linguistics, anthropology, and literary theory. Post-structuralism is associated with various French intellectuals and philosophers, including Michel Foucault, Jacques Derrida, Roland Barthes, and Julia Kristeva. Key features and…
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Pythagoreanism
Pythagoreanism is a philosophical and religious tradition that traces its origins to the teachings of Pythagoras, an ancient Greek mathematician, philosopher, and mystic who lived around the 6th century BCE. Pythagoreanism played a significant role in the development of Greek philosophy and had a lasting influence on Western thought and mathematics. Key features and characteristics…
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Pyrrhonism
Pyrrhonism is a philosophical school of thought that originated in ancient Greece and is named after its founder, Pyrrho of Elis (c. 360-270 BCE). Pyrrhonism is a form of skepticism that advocates for the suspension of judgment or the withholding of belief in any dogmatic claims about reality, knowledge, or truth. Key features and characteristics…
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Process philosophy
Process philosophy, also known as process theology or the philosophy of becoming, is a philosophical framework that emphasizes the dynamic and changing nature of reality. It was first developed in the early 20th century by philosophers such as Alfred North Whitehead and Charles Hartshorne and has since influenced various fields, including metaphysics, theology, and cosmology.…
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Praxis school
The Praxis School, also known as the Toronto School of Communication, was a group of Canadian communication theorists and scholars based in Toronto, Canada, during the 1970s and 1980s. The school was influenced by critical theory, cultural studies, and the Frankfurt School, and it played a significant role in advancing communication and media studies in…
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Pragmatism
Pragmatism is a philosophical approach that originated in the United States in the late 19th century and was developed by thinkers such as Charles Sanders Peirce, William James, and John Dewey. Pragmatism is characterized by its emphasis on practical consequences, empirical inquiry, and the importance of action and experience in shaping knowledge and beliefs. Key…
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Postmodernism
Postmodernism is a philosophical and cultural movement that emerged in the late 20th century as a reaction against the ideals and assumptions of modernism. It is characterized by a skepticism towards traditional concepts of truth, reason, identity, and progress. Postmodernism challenges the notion that there is a single, objective reality and emphasizes the subjectivity and…
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Positivism
Positivism is a philosophical and scientific approach that originated in the 19th century and is characterized by a strong emphasis on empirical evidence and scientific methods. Positivists believe that knowledge can be gained through observation, measurement, and the application of the scientific method to study and understand the natural and social world. The term “positivism”…
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Port-Royal schools
The Port-Royal schools refer to two educational institutions in 17th-century France that were closely associated with the Port-Royal Abbey, a Cistercian monastery near Paris. These schools, known as the Grandes Écoles de Port-Royal, played a significant role in the history of French education and were known for their rigorous and innovative approach to teaching. The…
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