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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: The ancient Eastern philosophy of Buddhism places ethics above everything else.
Chapter 3: Confucianism centers on relationships, while Daoism urges us to live in harmony with the world.
Chapter 4: Aristotelianism urges us to flourish – while accepting that outside forces also have their role.
Chapter 5: Stoicism emphasizes indifference, while Epicureanism emphasizes pleasure.
Chapter 6: Hinduism and Progressive Islam both adapt ancient ideas for today’s world.
Chapter 7: In both Judaism and Christianity, sacred texts invite reflection.
Chapter 8: Ethical Culture and secular humanism are two godless philosophies.
Chapter 9: Existentialism and pragmatism both explore what it means to be free.
Chapter 10: Effective altruism is one example of how we still pursue philosophical questions today.
Description
How to Live a Good Life (2020), edited by Massimo Pigliucci, Skye Cleary, and Daniel Kaufman, is an introduction to 15 philosophies for living our lives. Ranging from ancient ideologies, through the major religions, to contemporary schools of thought, 15 leading scholars enlighten us with the philosophies that guide their lives.
Who Should Listen
- Those in search of a new philosophy of life
- People wanting to do good
- People interested in learning about philosophy