13 ideas
| 9777 | Kant was the first philosopher [Zizek] |
| 9778 | There is no dialogue in philosophy [Zizek] |
| 9779 | Philosophy is transcendental questioning (not supporting science or constructing ontology) [Zizek] |
| 17499 | Theoretical models can represent, by mapping onto the data-models [Portides] |
| 17498 | In the 'received view' models are formal; the 'semantic view' emphasises representation [Portides, by PG] |
| 17501 | Representational success in models depends on success of their explanations [Portides] |
| 17502 | The best model of the atomic nucleus is the one which explains the most results [Portides] |
| 17496 | 'Model' belongs in a family of concepts, with representation, idealisation and abstraction [Portides] |
| 17497 | Models are theory-driven, or phenomenological (more empirical and specific) [Portides] |
| 17500 | General theories may be too abstract to actually explain the mechanisms [Portides] |
| 9780 | Consciousness is a malfunction of evolution [Zizek] |
| 9781 | Tolerance and love are strategies to avoid encountering our neighbours [Zizek] |
| 7903 | The six perfections are giving, morality, patience, vigour, meditation, and wisdom [Nagarjuna] |