Redefining Descartes: Beyond Math to the Birth of Modern Thought | AGR Book Review

Explore the depths of René Descartes' seminal work 'Discourse on Method' in this insightful book review by Michael Michailidis on Ancient Greece Revisited. This video challenges traditional views of Descartes as merely a mathematician, highlighting his profound influence on philosophy and science. Michael discusses the foundational role of philosophy in scientific thought, emphasizing Descartes' famous dictum 'I think, therefore I am' and its implications for understanding reality. The review delves into Descartes' controversial proof of God and his mechanical view of the human body, which paved the way for the concept of cyborgs and modern AI.
Join us in this thought-provoking exploration of a work that shaped the Enlightenment and continues to resonate in today's scientific and philosophical conversations.
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[@richardpchaseii5084]

As always; fantastic stuff! Got my brain going, this Sunday morning, better than a cup of coffee. Thanks.

[@AncientGreeceRevisited]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marta9127]

You took me back to my university years :) Thank you.
I think many of us reading it in their twenties had a moment of stopping and pondering on their own existence. What was fascinating for me back then was a chain of thoughts that revealed itself, the process of thinking that at times seemed so... naked
P.S. 1637- the year the book was first published!

[@AncientGreeceRevisited]

Yes indeed, the date was inaccurate

[@user-mw2hv3vd8e]

Great! Have you ever thought about doing something about Heraclitus or Liantinis? Thank you, for the great work.

[@AncientGreeceRevisited]

Liantinis has been an inspiration to this show. So yes!

[@ShareefusMaximus]

This was good. Thank you.

[@AncientGreeceRevisited]

You're very welcome!