J. L. Mackie

In ‘The Subjectivity of Values’, J L Mackie examines error theory and objective morality vs non-cognitivism. Mackie’s report represents moral scepticism using moral error theory. By taking an error theory approach, Mackie confronts morality similarly to the manner in which an atheist confronts religion. Moral error theory could be broken down to a version of the Justified True Belief outline as follows: Moral claims are universally false There is reason to believe that moral claims are universally false There is no justification for believing any deniable claim Therefore, there is no justification for believing moral claims Mackie rejects non-cognitivism; according to his error theory, moral claims are uniformly false. He attempts to justify…

In the paper, Ethics: Inventing Right and Wrong, J. L Mackie responds to the conception of objective moral values. In his paper, he argues that the ordinary conception of morality on objective moral values are based on three principles; language, practice, and crises. (ELABORATE ON THESE THREE PRINCIPLES) He introduces the Error- Theory which explains that we are all generally mistaken about the fundamentals of objective moral values. Mackie addresses this argument by explaining that there is…

J.L Mackie was an Australian philosopher who spent most of his life making significant contributions to the philosophy of religion and metaphysics. Despite his several publications, Mackie is known best for his work regarding the problem of evil. As we know, evil can be considered a wide range of different things, but when philosophers encounter evil, it poses major problems for them, especially regarding the topic of God’s existence. Theist and Atheist both acknowledge the existence of evil,…

character projected onto God. Through deductive reasoning and philosophical endeavor, more objective concepts can be obtained beyond the experiences of suffering and of pleasure, where the discussion alludes to the nature of good, evil, and eventually, a conversation of God’s possible nature. An interesting introduction to the topic is contemplating the coexistence of good and evil, pleasure and suffering. The interesting factor lies with which theological perspective one approaches good and…

In his article, Evil and Omnipotence, J.L. Mackie begins by addressing that every argument for the existence of God shown by philosophers has had its faults. The aim of Mackie’s argument is to prove that philosophy is not capable of criticizing arguments for the existence of God. Another aim is to prove that God does not exist, thus eliminating any positions made by theologians. Mackie calls his argument the ‘problem of evil’ since it demonstrates that the conception of both an omnipotent and…

The nature of heroism lies within the individual’s ability to overcome evil’s power and domination over the wills of others, rising above it using love, hope, and compassion along with the light that is born within them to guide them in the fight against evil. As Gandalf enters Minas Tirith, the fall of Gondor and the fall of men are intertwined together (736), but Pippin looks into Faramir and sees the nobility that lies within him knowing there is still a spark left in the race of men (750).…

Early Atomic Experiments Joseph John Thomson conducted an experiment that is known today as the CRT Experiment. The outcome of this experiment was JJ’s discovery of the electron. CRT is an acronym for Cathode Ray Tube, this gives a broad concept of what the experiment is about. The basic components of the experiment include, a glass cylindrical tube with most of the air inside vacuumed out of it, and inside the tube is Electrode for each side. One of the Electrodes is negative and entitled the…

Through the course of history society has been shaped by scientific discoveries that have benefitted mankind by providing a better understanding of the world and have advanced technology. One such scientist was Joseph John Thomson. Joseph John Thomson had a successful life, made important scientific discoveries, and impacted the world through his discoveries. Sir Joseph John Thomson was born on December 18, 1856 in Cheetham, a part of Manchester, England to Emma Swindells and Joseph James…

Phlogiston theory The phlogiston theory states that the every combustible substance on this planet contains phlogiston. When a combustible substance is burned, phlogiston is released into the air. The people behind the phlogiston theory believed that the whenever a substance sets on fire, the fire gives off phlogiston. The phlogiston was believed be the kind of gas which causes fire. Without phlogiston, the combustible substance won’t be able to set on fire. In the late 1660’s a scientist…

This paper discusses the life of Sir Joseph John Thomson (J.J. Thomson) and his scientific discoveries. It will also discuss how it has impacted our lives today and if we would have what we have today without his research and hard work. He was a shy boy who was gifted when it came to science. He lost his father when he was young but strived to have a better nonetheless. After becoming a Fellow of the Trinity, he started working with Lord Rayleigh and later became his successor. He found what…