As I sit at my desk thinking about Tuesdays class, I go for my notebook and realize it is not in my bag and I can not remember the question for the assignment. What makes me even more frustrated is that this morning I took my notebook in my hand, stood in the middle of my kitchen and wondered if i needed it today. What the hell?!!
Well, since I am here I might as well discuss something...
When discussing the different kinds of philosophy, (I have the actual names written in my notes but they do not seem to be popping into my head at the moment) those about self, and society always interested me. I can recall reading Nietzsche and being annoyed and in disagreement with some of his views on religion and society. I know I should come up with some examples but once again my memory fails me. All I can remember are the emotions an feelings I had when reading "Paradise Lost," I think was the name of the book. Any way, why was he considered a great thinker? Why are any of the classic philosophers considered great thinkers? I know this is an intro class but is there going to be any discussion or debate on this topic. I am just curious to know what makes a good thinker, what separates thinkers like Plato and Nietzsche, and what sets them apart from others.
