Explore the philosophical implications of death in this 51-minute lecture from Yale University's "Death" course. Delve into the value of life through discussions on the neutral container theory and valuable container theory. Examine additional aspects that contribute to the badness of death, including its inevitability, variability, and unpredictability. Consider thought experiments like the experience machine and ponder whether an ideal life can be planned. Engage with complex questions about what makes life valuable and how the nature of death impacts our understanding of existence.
The Value of Life and Bad Aspects of Death - Lecture 20
Overview
Syllabus
- Chapter 1. What's Missing from the Experience Machine? .
- Chapter 2. The Neutral and Valuable Container Theories: What about Life Is Valuable? .
- Chapter 3. The Fantastic Valuable Container Theory: The Contents Really Matter .
- Chapter 4. Is Deprivation the Only Badness of Death? Consideration of Inevitability .
- Chapter 5. Variability and Unpredictability of Death .
- Chapter 6. Can an Ideal Life Be Planned? .
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