- What a great way to spend a few minutes... (y) For those of a 'philosophical mind', I would say this article should not be missed. It is a very well-written account, in my humble opinion, of the 'evolution' (or 'devolution') of philosophy from the early times until contemporary times without the extra baggage of debating philosophical theories or the works of the great philosophers, themselves. It may, in fact, also have much to do with why moral and ethical standards are seemingly mandated by religious doctrine now, rather than independent, philosophical thought. This direction, in my opinion (and according to the incredible amount of inter-religious violence and negativity), was quite a dangerous path to tread - given that religious doctrine itself is, largely, a matter of philosophical understanding (or interpretation). However, we are all entitled to our own opinions! What is your opinion? ____________________________________________________________ "The truths of religion are never so well understood as by those who have lost the power of reasoning." -- Voltaire “Every man is guilty of all the good he did not do.” ― Voltaire "I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it." - Evelyn Beatrice Hall - Though attributed to Voltaire, the last quote was not his. It was a poorly sourced quote, yet, just as valid! -