The term “Reductio ad Absurdum” is actually not usually described as a fallacy when used correctly;…
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Logical Fallacies: The Argument from Silence
The Argument from Silence, or Argumentum Ex Silentio, is a logical fallacy in which someone concludes…
The Properties of God: A Philosophical Exploration
In the landscape of philosophical theology, one fundamental question has been the subject of centuries-long debate:…
Bertrand Russell “Science is what you know, philosophy is what you don’t know” – meaning
Bertrand Russell’s quote, “Science is what you know, philosophy is what you don’t know,” invites contemplation…
Logical Fallacies: The False Cause
The False Cause fallacy, also known by its Latin name “Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc” (which…
When Philosophy is used to Justify Attrocities
The entwinement of philosophy with heinous acts throughout history stands as a dark testament to the…
Aristotle as Alexander the Greats Mentor
The relationship between Aristotle, the renowned philosopher, and Alexander the Great, the famed Macedonian conqueror, is…
War is the father and king of all: some he has made gods, and some men; some slaves and some free.
Heraclitus, a philosopher deeply entrenched in the nuances of cosmic order and change, provides a profound…
Logical Fallacies: Circular Reasoning / Begging the Question
Begging the Question (Circular Reasoning): This is a logical fallacy in which the writer or speaker…
Logical Fallacies: The No True Scotsman Fallacy
The “No True Scotsman” fallacy is an informal logical fallacy that occurs when someone modifies a…