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"Evolution is one of the most powerful and important ideas ever developed in the history of science. Every question it raises leads to new answers, new discoveries, and new smarter questions. The science of evolution is as expansive as nature itself. It is also the most meaningful creation story that humans have ever found."-Bill Nye
Sparked by a controversial debate in February 2014, Bill Nye has set off on an energetic campaign to spread awareness...
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L'avenir de notre monde repose entre les mains des jeunes d'aujourd'hui. Ce sont eux qui devront faire avancer l'humanité et qui auront la responsabilité de bâtir une nouvelle civilisation pour leurs descendants et pour tous les habitants de la terre.Que pouvons-nous faire pour que ces jeunes ne répètent pas les mêmes erreurs graves que les générations précédentes? Comment parviendront-ils à ouvrir une nouvelle voie à la créativité et...
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El libro Filosofía de la ciencia, problemas contemporáneos, busca hacer una modesta contribución al campo de la filosofía de la ciencia, la cual esperamos tenga una relativa resonancia nacional y, de ser posible, internacionaL La obra también representa el segundo aporte conjunto de los miembros del grupo de investigación Episteme: Filosofía y Ciencia a este campo de la filosofía, después de la compilación de artículos publicada en 2008...
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"Entre Versos y Susurros: Un Viaje Poético a lo Profundo del Alma" es un compendio de emociones inmortalizadas en palabras. A través de este libro de poemas, el autor te invita a explorar los rincones más íntimos de la experiencia humana, desde la euforia hasta la melancolía. Cada poema es una ventana abierta a los sentimientos más genuinos, tejidos con delicadeza y pasión. Los versos fluyen como un río de pensamientos, llevándote en un viaje...
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Pensar el que hacer de la ciudadanía en sociedades con un déficit de ciudadanos críticos, reflexivos y participantes, se considera que es una tarea prioritaria para estos días. Los ciudadanos se encuentran sumergidos en una sociedad de consumo, desbocados en una sociedad que genera necesidades artificiales y cuya tiranía es la imitación de estereotipos construidos por la sociedad de mercado; ciudadanos refugiados cada vez más en sus intereses...
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To solve a dilemma between unescapable selfishness of human nature and "the absence of all egoistical motivation" as "a criterion for an action of moral worth", the concept is proposed to distinguish Ethics and Morality, ethical behavior and moral actions. Code of ethical behavior, Ethical Contract is founded on men's recognition of mutual benefits, even necessity, of establishing and enforcing of the rules of behavior in human communities. Morality,...
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Many have asked themselves this question for years in the secrets of their hearts and corners of their souls, "I was asked to give in faith, which I did on the promise that I would reap abundant blessings in my finances, family and career. Well, I have been giving for years and I have not seen this harvest that the bible and men of God have promised. What happened to my harvest?" I recognize that the issue of giving and receiving has become a very...
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These essays are on topics reflecting the intersection of science and humankind. They concern time, consciousness, beauty, probability, and understanding. They supplement and compliment my book Important Things We Don't Know (About Nearly Everything) and are presented here as an accompaniment to that book.
But, this volume can stand on its own.
For several years, I periodically updated Important Things. But, I decided to leave the last...
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Overcoming the Gideon Complex: Unleashing Your Potential as a Christian
It's a lamentable truth that many Christians grapple with what can be termed as the "Gideon Complex" - a condition where believers fail to fully embrace their potential and live out their divine purpose. Despite professing faith and assurance of salvation, a significant number find themselves leading aimless lives, seemingly devoid of the impact they were meant to make.
While...
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Cruzamos el espejo siguiendo los hilos de la tradición taoísta para explorar distintas facetas de los cinco elementos de la Medicina Tradicional China. Paso a paso, anécdota a anécdota, sobre una urdimbre milenaria se va tejiendo una trama completamente actual, que resuena tanto en el conocedor como en el lector que recién descubre esta fantástica herramienta de trabajo interno y transformación: el ciclo de las Cinco transformaciones.
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Philosophical hermeneutics was an attempt to salvage philosophy in the 20th Century by incorporating the way in which thought and language are historical phenomena and abandoning the goal of absolute certainty in the pursuit of eternal truth. This book is an exploration of its origins and implications in the thought of Martin Heidegger, Hans-Georg Gadamer, Wilhelm Dilthey, Edmund Husserl, Paul Ricoeur and Owen Barfield.There are also complementary...
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Discover the profound and thought-provoking teachings of Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche in his timeless masterpiece, "Thus Spake Zarathustra." This captivating ebook delves into the depths of human existence and morality, challenging readers to question their beliefs and values. Join Zarathustra on his journey of self-discovery and enlightenment as he imparts wisdom that transcends time and resonates with readers of all generations. Experience the power...
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The duality of human soul, Faculty of Reason and Faculty of Emotions, was recognized by men from antiquity and was conveniently called Mind and Heart. And since antiquity philosophers and thinkers continue to contemplate and argue about superiority of Mind or Heart in human natures of individuals or political organizations.At the same time the profound importance of balanced relationship between Mind and Heart in the lives of individuals and societies...
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This is a thought-provoking exploration of universal human virtues, presented through the unique lens of an archetypal personification of a collective dream. This text transcends traditional religious boundaries, offering profound insights into the shared human experience that resonates with both the religious and non-religious alike.This book delves into the rich tapestry of human consciousness, examining timeless themes of perseverance, innovation,...
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This book provides some insights and makes some observations on the Thirteen Confucian Classics. These books are comprised of ancient and diverse records, both oral and textual, that form the Confucian canon. A general understanding of the thirteen Confucian Classics in an accessible form will undoubtedly help readers better understand Chinese culture, Chinese history, Chinese thoughts, the Chinese people and China as a whole.The thirteen Confucian...
17) Filosofía para principiantes Cómo comprender los fundamentos de la filosofía tan fácilmente como un
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Filosofía: el término suena fascinante, hermoso, de algún modo romántico y armonioso y, al mismo tiempo, como un gran esfuerzo intelectual. Sin embargo, en realidad la filosofía no es ni especialmente romántica ni especialmente agotadora.Es cierto que hay que utilizar el cerebro, y quizá algunas cosas excedan el sentido común normal, pero básicamente la filosofía sólo significa interesarse por las personas y el mundo. La imagen que uno...
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Although the advancement of material culture has brought extreme conveniences to modern life, human beings are still living with the same fears and uncertainties as in non-civilized times. No matter how the superficial standard of living might improve, humanity will not find happiness until we resolve such fundamental problems as war, natural disasters, and the fear of suffering and death. God and Man was written as a source of guidance and wisdom...
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Issac Asimov's classic short story Nightfall takes the reader to a planet that has never experienced darkness, as at least one of its six suns illuminates the sky at any given time. There is no such thing as "night" for its inhabitants. The story's progression reveals that both religious prophesy and scientific prediction have pointed to the imminent descent of complete darkness, and explores the various reactions of the populace thereto. The narrative...
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