Proof by contradiction

Dystopia can arguably be defined as a society characterized by human misery, squalor, oppression, disease, and overcrowding. The plot and storyline of Andrew Stanton's film, Wall-E and Aldus Huxley's novel Brave New World have similarities that are very recognizable. Both present an image of a dystopia that is similar, love that displayed to be a powerful quiddity with no boundaries, and as shown in the end science and technology have a deep-seated impact on society. Dystopian novels are often…

constellation of power and force that supports that truth” (11). Constructivism, however, cannot be fully captured by this or any definition; because it espouses multiple ways of knowing, researching and analyzing, this methodology is riddled with contradictions and dissention within its ranks. But dissention does not necessarily translate to cacophony, it also means plurality, and this is the essence…

However, Mr. Reverend Hale evolved over the course of the play. In the first act, Mr. Hale agreed with the witch trials and even encouraged and started them. In the second and third act however, Mr. Hale started to see contradictions to his moral values and beliefs that occurred in the court. Finally, in the last act, Mr. Hale turned against the court entirely and took action against it. His development over the course of the play, showed his honest and honorable…

The argument from evil, supposes that because there is evil in the world, God therefore cannot be omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient. These characteristics are used to describe the essence of the God of Christianity, so according to the argument from evil, God does not exist. Because if He did exist as an all-powerful, loving being, He would not allow such evil to prevail. So, does the fact of evil make it irrational to believe in God? No, the fact of evil does not make it irrational to…

Living Faith For almost hundreds of years scholars have tried to interpret and reconcile the controversial convictions presented by The Epistle of James. In particular, James 2:14-26 received the most attention as it has often been identified as a contradiction to the doctrine of Pauline Epistles that “justification is achieved by faith alone” . Martin Luther even scrutinized the canonicity of James and denounced it as “right strawy epistle”. Upon reading the verses, one can be easily deluded…

In this ever changing world it is not uncommon to see so many worldviews on religion. It's stated in Hebrews 13:8 "that Jesus is the same yesterday today and for ever more". This cannot be said for many that claim to be Christian. In saying this take a look at Postmodemism, which has become a way of denying the absolute truth. As such this way of thinking cause great concern as it denies ultimate reality, at the same time it fails to honor God as the ultimate source of creation. Everyone…

THE DIVISION OF WORK WITHIN HOUSEHOLDS Article 1: Husbands' and Wives' Satisfaction with the Division of Labor Author(s): Mary Holland Benin and Joan Agostinelli Source: Journal of Marriage and Family, Vol. 50, No. 2 (May, 1988), pp. 349-361 Published by: National Council on Family Relations Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/352002 Accessed: 02-07-2015 09:01 UTC Introduction A study was conducted among dual employed couples to know their satisfaction level of division of labour within the…

Cogito ergo sum is perhaps the birth of the modern philosophical movement for multiple reasons. The famous phrase of Descartes’ when translated means, I think, therefore, I am, and was the first of a series of logical proofs that Descartes made to help prove his own existence. Up until this time, the history of modern philosophy had relied on arguments about or involving God. Descartes is credited with writing ““Meditations” as the rejection of medieval ways of thinking and the invention of the…

Losing Our Relationship With Animals by Losing our Omnivorous Ways Throughout history, meat has always had a presence as a major part of the human diet. Gary Steiner argues in “Animal, Vegetable, Miserable” that everyone should forswear their meat-eating ways and instead turn to veganism, while many of the respondents in “The Ethical Choices in What We Eat: Responses to Gary Steiner,” either provide support or denounce Steiner’s argument. By using Steiner’s point of view, many of the…

Why was Stonehenge Built? Stonehenge’s controversial purpose developed numerous theories, however, archaeologists/historians hypothesise the structure was to replicate an ‘astronomical observatory’, signifying astronomy. But how have they analysed the evidence to justify Stonehenge's purpose being of astronomical significance? Stonehenge, located in Salisbury, UK, is a prehistoric monument, consisting of mysterious megaliths and several unusual artefacts surrounding it, making it of uncertainty…