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SUMMARY:The Ethics of Atomism: Democritus and Vasubandhu
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LOCATION:Thunbergsvägen 3H\, Uppsala\, Sweden
DESCRIPTION:<p>Title: The Ethics of Atomism: Democritus and Vasubandhu<br><br>Abstract: Democritus&rsquo\; atomism aims to respond to threats of Parmenidean monism. In so doing\, it deploys a common epistemological distinction between what is known by the senses and what is known by the mind. This turns out to be a risky strategy\, however\, leading to inadvertent skepticism with only diffuse and contrary ethical implications. Vasubandhu&rsquo\;s more metaphysical atomism\, by contrast\, relies on a different principle to get to its results\, and aims to address different concerns. It leaves us with a view that positively implies a concrete mode of practical engagement\, and resources for a critical stance. Even if certain atoms end up proven incoherent\, there is no danger of slipping into the morally fatal indifference of inadvertent skepticism.</p>\n<p><em>As usual\, the lecture will be followed by a reception at the philosophy department.</em></p>
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