The Nature and Limits of Human UnderstandingAnthony Sanford, Philip Nicholas Johnson-Laird A&C Black, 2003 M05 1 - 259 páginas This book is an exploration of human understanding, from the perspectives of psychology, philosophy, biology and theology. The six contributors are among the most internationally eminent in their fields. Though scholarly, the writing is non-technical. No background in psychology, philosophy or theology is presumed. No other interdisciplinary work has undertaken to explore the nature of human understanding. This book is unique, and highly significant for anyone interested in or concerned about the human condition. |
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The Embodied Mind and How to Live with One | 47 |
When | 75 |
Evolutionary Naturalism | 109 |
A Darwinian Understanding of Ethics | 133 |
Must Science Validate All Knowledge? | 163 |
ThirdPerson Understanding | 186 |
Metaphysics and Theology | 209 |
The Nature and Limits of Theological | 237 |
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