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Meditations on First Philosophy

By René Descartes

Philosophy

The first edition of Meditations was published in Latin by of the Phoenix” in 1641 Michael Soly of Paris “at the Sign cum Privilegio et Approbatione Doctorum. Descartes presents his quest for foundational knowledge through doubt and reason. In this book, he engages in methodical skepticism, doubting everything he can to find indubitable truths. Then, he argues for the existence of God and the external world, laying the groundwork for modern philosophy by emphasizing the role of reason and clarity in understanding reality.

Tahun Terbit : Cetakan Pertama, 2024

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Bahasa: English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meditations on First Philosophy about? expand_more

Published in 1641, Descartes uses a method of systematic doubt to strip away uncertain beliefs and rebuild knowledge on a secure foundation, addressing the existence of God, the nature of the mind, and the relationship between mind and body.

Why is this book a cornerstone of Western philosophy? expand_more

It established the mind-body problem and a rationalist approach to knowledge that shaped centuries of subsequent philosophy, making it essential reading for understanding modern epistemology and metaphysics.

Who is this book for? expand_more

Philosophy students and curious readers interested in foundational questions about knowledge, certainty, and the nature of mind, presented through Descartes' famous first-person meditative structure.