https://aphinum.com/tags/probability/ Recent content in Probability on Philosophy Structured Notes Hugo en-US Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:58:21 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-theory-of-knowledge-in-stoicism-a-study-of-perception-and-certainty/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:30:03 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-theory-of-knowledge-in-stoicism-a-study-of-perception-and-certainty/ <p><strong>The Theory of Knowledge in Stoicism: A Study of Perception and Certainty</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>In the realm of philosophical inquiry, the Stoic school of thought emerged as a distinct tradition that challenged the dominant views on perception and knowledge. This study will delve into the key concepts and ideas developed by the Stoics, particularly in relation to the nature of perception and the distinction between certain and probable knowledge.</p> <h2 id="context">Context</h2> <p>The Stoic school originated in ancient Greece during the 3rd century BCE, with its founder Zeno of Citium. The Stoics were influenced by various philosophical traditions, including Cynicism and Socratic philosophy. Their emphasis on reason, self-control, and indifference to external events set them apart from other schools of thought.</p> https://aphinum.com/posts/the-development-of-skepticism-clitomachus-and-the-academy/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:00:35 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-development-of-skepticism-clitomachus-and-the-academy/ <p><strong>The Development of Skepticism: Clitomachus and the Academy</strong></p> <p>The <strong>Academy</strong>, a prominent philosophical institution in ancient Greece, underwent significant transformations during its early years. After Carneades (ca. 180 to ca. no B.C.), one of the most influential figures in the school&rsquo;s history, another key figure emerged as the head of the Academy: Clitomachus, a Carthaginian philosopher who played a crucial role in shaping the institution&rsquo;s development.</p> <p><strong>Context</strong> The <strong>Academy</strong>, founded by Plato (428-348 B.C.) and later led by his successors, including Arcesilaus and Carneades, was a hub of philosophical inquiry and debate. During this period, the Academy engaged with various intellectual traditions, including Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Scepticism. The school&rsquo;s early history is characterized by internal debates, controversies, and significant developments in <strong>Sceptical</strong> thought.</p>