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Aristotle and Plato Were Right, Logic Works

admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The ancient Greeks were the first to systematize the thinking and reasoning processes, as is evidenced by the fact that the word “philosophy” is itself of Greek origin ( “love” “wisdom”). Specifically, it was Aristotle who, in his “Prior Analytics” formulated the system of deductive logic, whereby if one acknowledges that (1) all men are mortal, and (2) Socrates is a man, then one must therefore acknowledge that (3) Socrates is mortal. Logic played an important part in Greek science” though, it should be mentioned, the Greeks believed that reasoning was the only way of making discoveries about the world; the modern scientific method, involving experimentation, was way in the future.Get more information here. http://jillianreadsbooks2.wordpress.com/2011/09/03/book-56-the-symposium-by-plato/

The Romans learned much from the Greeks, but contributed little of their own; and with the fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century, the works of the Greek philosophers was largely forgotten in Europe, though the Arabs translated and preserved these, and crusaders soon learned about them.

With the onset of the Renaissance in the 1400s and 1500s came the rediscovery of classical works” and European science came into its own, overturning many ancient ideas about the universe. The “Age of Science” continues till today.

Step by Step: Solve Anything Logically

admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

For the most part, much of the world is random and ordered and life itself remains to be very mysterious. Time, space, and everyday living are basically the products of consistency and routine. If a routine is followed consistently, there are usually no problems. However, there are times when doing what is normally done does not yield an expected result, and then there are problems. The problems result from not doing the routine but something having occurred that will not allow normal to proceed. That is when logical thinking needs to take place.

Aristotlian logic says that a problem is cultivated when the results no longer are useable.Get more information here. http://socyberty.com/philosophy/top-six-reasons-for-a-logic-learning/ That means that thinking about a problem as one normally would will never solve the problem because it no longer suits the needs. It is like having clothing too small and still wanting to wear them, even though they no longer, “work”.

Logic says that when confronted with problems, three things have to take place: analyzing what caused the problem, what exactly the problem is doing, and how to solve the problem to get back to normal. It is about getting back to normal. Most of the time, eradicating a problem simply means getting rid of the source. That may take time, effort, and pressure, but normal will resume.

Using Logic and Rhetoric to Strengthen Your Case

admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Creating an effective argument can come with ease as long as you utilize the benefits of logic and rhetoric. Let’s consider the role of logic first. When arguing a point, it is of upmost importance to state nothing beyond the facts. Avoid embellishments, such as metaphors, and omit words such as “obviously” or “clearly”, since these words generally reflect opinions. After explicitly stating your premise, support your position with inferences, or propositions that have already been accepted.Didn-t catch that? This explains it. Finally, state your conclusion, which should be fully supported by your aforementioned premise and consequent inferences.
Combining rhetoric with such logical argumentation will only further strengthen your ability to persuade another of your stance on an issue. The key is to find the right words and to use them in the ideal context, while also considering the roles of ethos, pathos, and logos. Ethos basically refers to your credibility, which, if founded upon logic, should be perfectly supported. Pathos, or the manner in which you appeal to the audience’s emotion, will assist you in selecting the proper tone, wording, and fervor in which to deliver your appeal. Finally, logos, or the integration of facts and logic, will once again lend your argument the credence it needs to strengthen your case.

How to Compose your Argument for the Best Impact

admin — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

In composing your argument for the best impact, all the facts surrounding your point of view should be well thought out and logical.

Are your facts arguable?

Think of the reason why you want to argue a certain point. Weed out all the emotions that are tied into it. Then, think about the facts that you have towards the point of view you want to argue. Make sure the facts are arguable. In other words, is your argument capable of standing on its own worth or value to have an impact?

List your facts

Make a list of just these facts and put them into their order of their worth. The facts that will give the most impact should be the ones at the top of the list.

Ready to give your best impact?

Read them over, carefully. Then, before it is time for you to argue your view point, make sure that all the facts you have listed are very pertinent to your point of view. To make the best impact, take the emotions that you weeded out and use them in the strength of your voice, in the conviction of your facts and in the desire to be understood.