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Timothy C. Potts

Bio: Timothy C. Potts is an academic researcher. The author has contributed to research in topics: Medieval philosophy & Renaissance philosophy. The author has an hindex of 1, co-authored 1 publications receiving 13 citations.

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12 Jan 2016
TL;DR: In this article, Freeman argues that the Aristotelianism of Alasdair MacIntyre is more cogent than the prescriptive realism of John Hare and argues that three areas that appear to provide explanatory scope do not.
Abstract: A COMPARATIVE CRITIQUE OF THE MORAL PHILOSOPHIES OF ALASDAIR MACINTYRE AND JOHN HARE Russell Hal Freeman, Ph.D. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2015 Chair: Dr. Theodore J. Cabal This dissertation argues that the Aristotelianism of Alasdair MacIntyre is more cogent than the prescriptive realism of John Hare. Chapter 1 introduces the relationship between moral philosophy and apologetics and presents the thesis of the dissertation. Chapter 2 surveys the Aristotelian elements of MacIntyre’s moral philosophy and provides an argument that these aspects of MacIntyre’s philosophy provide his Aristotelianism with significant explanatory scope. Chapter 3 continues an analysis of MacIntyre’s philosophy. The argument of this chapter is that the Thomist elements of MacIntyre’s philosophy further the explanatory scope of his Aristotelianism. The chapter concludes with a response to two major objections. Chapter 4 presents the moral philosophy of John Hare and argues that three areas that appear to provide explanatory scope do not. Chapter 5 summarizes the Kantian elements of John Hare’s moral philosophy. The argument of chapter 6 is that the primary argument of MacIntyre’s moral philosophy is sounder than the primary argument of John Hare’s moral philosophy. Chapter 7 provides the conclusion of the dissertation and explores the implications of MacIntyre’s Aristotelianism for Christian apologetics.

71 citations

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TL;DR: The present bibhography is a prehrninary step in the gathering of material written about Ockham since 1949 as mentioned in this paper, and it is hoped, therefore, that those who know of items omitted from this bibliography will submit such information to the author who will then include these entries in future bibliographical lists of ockham which he expects to publish at frequent intervals.
Abstract: In 1950, Valens Heynck, OFM published an extensive bibliography on William of Ockham, entitled: \"Ockham-Literatur 1919—1949.\"1 This valuable work has contributed greatly to the advancement of Ockham studies. The purpose of the present bibhography is to continue the work begun by Fr. Heynck, particularly in view of the forthcoming critical edition of Ockham's Opera Philosophica et Theologica.2 However though a continuation of Fr. Heynck's work, the present bibhography does not pretend to such an exhaustive character. Rather it should be considered as a prehrninary step in the gathering of material written about Ockham since 1949. It is hoped, therefore, that those who know of items omitted from this bibliography will submit such information to the author who will then include these entries in future bibhographical lists of Ockham which he expects to publish at frequent intervals. The plan of the present bibliography is quite simple. There are six main categories. I: Ockham: General Information; II: Ockham Writings ; III : Ockham Research ; IV : Theology ; V : Philosophy ; VI : Political Theory. The last four categories are subdivided into two sections. The first includes books and articles which deal directly with Ockham's thought or Ockham scholarship. The second lists certain books and articles relevant to Ockham studies. The latter section is somewhat restricted; not every work relevant to the study or understanding of Ockham could be included. Nevertheless some care has been taken to choose books and articles which have an immediate bearing on the various phases of Ockham studies. Finally, I wish to express my thanks to Fr. Michael Meilach, OFM, who helped collect much of the material in this bibliography.

52 citations

01 Jan 2009
TL;DR: In this paper, the degree of Doctorate of Philosophy of History at the University of New Mexico was submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy, History.
Abstract: OF DISSERTATION Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctorate of Philosophy, History The University of New Mexico Albuquerque, New Mexico

40 citations

01 Jan 2014
TL;DR: Yegge et al. as mentioned in this paper presented a historical analysis of the relationship between faith and science and its importance within education, and made recommendations for educators in their approach to addressing these challenges and teaching science.
Abstract: A Historical Analysis of the Relationship of Faith and Science and its Significance within Education by John G. Yegge MA, University of Phoenix, 2004 BS, University of Redlands, 2002 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Education Walden University December 2014 Abstract Science curriculum and pedagogy are at the center of a centuries-long debate concerning the appropriate relationship of faith and science. The difficulties that science educators face seem to be based in misinformation about the historical roots of this conflict. To address that conflict, the goals of this research were to separate myth from reality and to provide a necessary context to the current tensions that are disrupting science pedagogyScience curriculum and pedagogy are at the center of a centuries-long debate concerning the appropriate relationship of faith and science. The difficulties that science educators face seem to be based in misinformation about the historical roots of this conflict. To address that conflict, the goals of this research were to separate myth from reality and to provide a necessary context to the current tensions that are disrupting science pedagogy and curriculum content within American public schools. Working within a theoretical framework of historical literacy, this qualitative, historical analysis was a comprehensive examination of the relationship of faith and science from ancient times through the Renascence to the emergence and development of Darwinism. The historical approach methodology was utilized as a means to document the systematic examination of past events, in order to illuminate and interpret the meaning of those events. The historical record revealed that science and religion are not necessarily incompatible and that the early Christian religion provided a fertile environment in which modern science could emerge. Also noted were many instances where the record was inconsistent with what educators have commonly taught as historical fact. Finally, the complex sources of tension between modern fundamentalist Christianity and Darwinism, which has appeared as a flashpoint in public discourse within science education, were examined in depth. Based on this analysis, the study includes recommendations for educators in their approach to addressing these challenges and teaching science. This analysis can produce positive social change for educators and their students, as this information is advanced as a means to enhance historical literacy among educators and their students. A Historical Analysis of the Relationship of Faith and Science and its Significance within Education by John G. Yegge MA, University of Phoenix, 2004 BS, University of Redlands, 2002 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy

27 citations

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15 Dec 2015
TL;DR: In this paper, a critical reconsideration of Michel de Montaigne's scepticism is presented, along with a detailed account of the apology of the author and its relationship with man and society.
Abstract: Chapter 1: Introduction: Michel de Montaigne and his Essais.- Chapter 2: Critical reconsideration of Michel de Montaigne's scepticism.- Chapter 3: Montaigne's Apology.- Chapter 4: Montaigne, man and society.- Chapter 5: Montaigne and the sceptical tradition.- Bibliography.

21 citations