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Flammable Objects

Examines various options for thinking about material things.

By Brian Julian|August 17th, 2020|Article, Philosophy|
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The Power of Presuppositions

Argues that presuppositions are central to all thought and action.

By Chris Swanson|January 30th, 2018|Article, Philosophy|
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Proof

Discusses the definition of 'proof' and compares the validity of everyday experience with mathematical proof.

By Chris Swanson|April 25th, 2015|Article, Philosophy|
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Common Sense for a Postmodern Age

Discusses the nature of knowledge and the project of philosopher Thomas Reid.

By Gilmore Greco|April 24th, 2015|Article, Philosophy|
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Four Dangerous Ideas

Discusses social and cultural beliefs that have become so ingrained in our cultural psyche that we cannot see them for what they are.

By Chris Swanson|June 29th, 2014|Article, Philosophy, Society|
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Truth Detectors

Proposes that people are born truth-detectors and that they are very good at it.

By Chris Swanson|March 12th, 2013|Article, Philosophy|
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Chaos and Order

Discusses the shift from the view of the natural world as chaotic and to ordered and the ramifications of that shift for Western civilization.

By Chris Swanson|March 1st, 2013|Article, Philosophy|
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Address to the Gutenberg Class of 2011

Gives advice to graduating seniors who desire to become wise.

By Jack Crabtree|March 1st, 2013|Article, Philosophy|
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The Problem of Meaninglessness

Explores the ways in which intellectual culture affects finding meaning.

By R. Wesley Hurd|June 27th, 2011|AP, Article, Philosophy|
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War Between the Bookshelves

Explores the difference between literature and philosophy.

By Tim McIntosh|June 26th, 2011|Article, Philosophy|
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Reading Through Narrative

Relates a personal journey from doubt to belief.

By Tim McIntosh|February 26th, 2011|Article, Philosophy|
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The Integrity of a Truth Seeker

Discusses how our culture and Christians view "Truth" and describes the responsibility of the Truth seeker.

By Toby Johnston|January 26th, 2010|Article, Philosophy|
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A Dialogue

Explores Christianity's claims as a valid and coherent worldview.

By Ron Julian|January 26th, 2008|Article, Philosophy|
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Reconciling Philosophy

Explores the question, "Why would a Christian care to read non-Christian and even anti-Christian thinkers?"

By Peter Wierenga|October 26th, 2007|Article, Philosophy|
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Pagan Christianity

Compares modern Christianity and ancient pagan idolatry.

By Earle Craig|June 26th, 2006|Article, Philosophy|
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Seekers, Truth, & Fulfillment

Asks whether we can find a vision of life that is true.

By R. Wesley Hurd|January 26th, 2002|Article, Philosophy|
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Postmodernism

Explains the nature and impact of postmodernism.

By R. Wesley Hurd|February 26th, 2001|Article, Philosophy|
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Me and My Worldview

Illuminates the concept of a worldview and why it is important.

By R. Wesley Hurd|February 26th, 2001|Article, Philosophy|
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Sometimes It's Not Nice To Love

Shows how true love sometimes requires a painful honesty.

By Margaret Sholaas|February 26th, 2001|Article, Philosophy|
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An Abortion That Should Have Been?

Considers the worth and meaning of a human life in the face of great suffering and loss.

By Margaret Sholaas|February 26th, 2001|Article, Philosophy|
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    In many ways, the kitchen is at the heart of the c In many ways, the kitchen is at the heart of the community here. It's where meals are prepared, and a place where conversations continue after class and after dinner. Our Board Chairman, Paul Pindell, has been working tirelessly for the last few months to bring our beloved kitchen a fresh new look. (You'll see new cabinet doors with drawer pulls, new paint, and a much improved floor.)⁠
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    After many, many days of smoke, ash, dust, and dry After many, many days of smoke, ash, dust, and dryness, Gutenberg is finally getting the refreshing rinse she’s been waiting for. 
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    “Life has never been normal,” wrote C. S. Lewi “Life has never been normal,” wrote C. S. Lewis in an address to students at the outset of World War II. If we are waiting for a better time to pursue truth, goodness, and beauty, we may never get started. In the Young Philosophers series, Gutenberg College opens its (virtual) doors to high-school-age participants for thoughtful online discussion of important ideas.⁠
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    Gutenberg extreme makeover. Plaster. Paint. Sandpa Gutenberg extreme makeover. Plaster. Paint. Sandpaper. We’re serious, people. :-)
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