Category: Religion

The Philosophy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.

Merry MLK Day! Many readers will probably be reading this post from the context of a leisurely holiday from work or school due to the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.  Perhaps some will have honored Dr. King by engaging in some sort of service activity during the day.  Regardless, I hope everyone will take… Continue reading The Philosophy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

How To Get Out of a Rut: Perspective Matters

Long Beach, MS after Hurricane Katrina

We get into ruts for all kinds of reasons – busy schedules to extremes like natural disasters. Sometimes the way we think about things can help us get out of a rut. I want to consider the the differences between the way we look at things in the West and the way people in the… Continue reading How To Get Out of a Rut: Perspective Matters

House and Philosophy: Finding the Meaning of Life Through Death

“It’s pathetic. I’m pathetic. An oncologist with cancer. Of all the things that could be killing me. It’s like the universe giving me the big middle finger.” “The universe doesn’t care—” Wilson interrupts “Why me? I’m always telling my patients not to torture themselves because there is no answer.” “Sound advice.” “It’s cruel advice. They were… Continue reading House and Philosophy: Finding the Meaning of Life Through Death

Meme Analysis: Columbine Student’s Father 12 Years Later !!

Facebook Memes, Information Overload, and Religion in the Classroom Normally, I just don’t pay much attention to ridiculous memes on Facebook, and scroll past them with a “to each his own” attitude. However, a recent meme, in combination with a discussion that I had with fellow Philosophy Matters author, b0t, has gotten me thinking a… Continue reading Meme Analysis: Columbine Student’s Father 12 Years Later !!

The Ethics of Santa Claus

First, I’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. It’s been quite the first year for Philosophy Matters, and today I’m thankful for the wonderful co-authors who contribute to this blog, the new friends we’ve made along the way, and the interesting discussion that we’ve been able to have! I’m also excited about what’s in… Continue reading The Ethics of Santa Claus

Guest Post: Does Religion Influence Our Decisions?

This post is the first in a series that was written by students in my introduction to philosophy course as an extra credit assignment. Today’s guest author is James Purvis.  Everyday millions and millions of people interact with each other, socially, physically, and mentally. To some extent, the choices and decisions we make on a day-to-day basis… Continue reading Guest Post: Does Religion Influence Our Decisions?