Philosophy private lessons (MATSEC syllabus 2025 with past papers)
Philosophy is different from other disciplines in that it doesn’t teach you what to think, but how to think. It
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Can science prove or disprove the existence of God and the human mind?
Here we examine the relationship between science, religion, and the human mind through various arguments and counterarguments that arise from
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Exploring the Limits of Knowledge and Science
Let’s start with a question: are there limits to what we can know and understand? From the ancient Greeks to
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Empiricism: The Quest for Knowledge through Experience
At its core, empiricism asserts that knowledge is acquired through experience and perception. This seemingly simple idea has far-reaching implications
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Rationalism: Finding certainty through reason
1. Introduction As the cold wind blew outside, René Descartes sat huddled in his small studio, deep in thought. The
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Modern Philosophy and the Scientific Revolution
The scientific revolution, spanning the 16th to 18th centuries, witnessed groundbreaking discoveries and radical ideas that fundamentally altered humanity’s understanding
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Albert Camus: Is human existence meaningful?
A thinker rooted in the turbulent 20th century, Albert Camus offered provocative insights that challenge our perceptions of life and
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Determinism: To what extent am I responsible for my actions?
Determinism is a philosophical stance asserting that every event, including human actions, is determined by prior events and natural laws.
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Leibniz: Optimism and Determinism
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz was a polymath of the 17th century whose work spanned philosophy, mathematics, and science. Born in 1646
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Aquinas: Theodicy and Free Will
The nature of human morality has intrigued philosophers for centuries. One of the most influential thinkers was St. Thomas Aquinas,
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St Augustine: Good, Evil, and the Order of the Universe
Augustine of Hippo, born in 354 CE in present-day Algeria, is a towering figure in Western philosophy. His writings, shaped
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Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide
In recent years, the debate around euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide has captivated the public’s attention. These practices, at the crossroads
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The Ethics of Creation – An Examination of Assistive Reproductive Technology
In one of the quieter streets of the city of Valletta, the home of the semi-fictional Borg couple has been
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Privacy and Cyberspace: Navigating the Digital Labyrinth
In the modern world, technology pervades every aspect of life. The digital landscape transforms how people communicate, work, and live.
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The Internet and Ethical Values
The Internet has become an integral part of modern society, revolutionizing communication, commerce, and the exchange of information. From its
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