The Beginning of Idealism (History of Philosophy, part 7)
Description
Exploring Parmenides and the Origins of Idealism
In this episode we delve into the philosophical contributions of Parmenides. We examine his impact on idealism, distinguishing between ordinary and philosophical uses of the term. The discussion covers Parmenides' ideas about the nature of reality, including his belief that change and plurality are illusions and that true reality is unchanging and indivisible. We also tackle how Parmenides influenced later philosophers like Plato and the challenges his ideas pose to internal coherence and rational explanation.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:12 Defining Idealism
02:45 Philosophical Context and Examples
07:22 Parmenides' Life and Influence
09:01 The Way of Truth vs. The Way of Opinion
19:45 Evaluating Parmenides' Philosophy
27:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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