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Arguments for the Existence of the Soul - Part I

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Explore arguments for the existence of the soul in this 46-minute lecture from Yale University's "Death" course. Delve into "inferences to the best explanation" as a method to prove the soul's existence. Examine the concept of the P-functioning body and compare physicalist and dualist perspectives on the mind. Investigate whether certain features of human experience can only be justified by the existence of a soul. Consider abilities, desires, and emotions as potential candidates for these unique features. Gain insights into philosophical approaches to understanding consciousness and the nature of human existence.

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- Chapter 1. Introduction: The P-Functioning Body .
- Chapter 2. The Mind According to Physicalists and Dualists .
- Chapter 3. Inferencing to the Best Explanation to Prove the Soul's Existence .
- Chapter 4. Can Only the Soul Justify Feature F? .
- Chapter 5. Abilities, Desires, Emotions -- Candidates for Feature F .

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    The professor explains everything and will articulated waze, painting a clear picture of differences to create an overall understanding and also retention factor. i am not exactly an audible learner. I have to read it usually for it to stick and for me to comprehend. I am going through straight through while. I'm fixing a big banquet, buffet and understanding and hanging on every. One of his words clearly, and I'm amazed that I've learned so much In his lectures, he's very profound at describing. In clear detail and keeping attention focused. Because you don't wanna miss anything. I'm moving on now to more of his lectures.I can't believe i'm multitasking.Well, audio learning.It was impossible before watching his videos
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