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Discourse on the Method of Rightly Conducting One’s Reason and of Seeking Truth

Discourse on the Method of Rightly Conducting One’s Reason and of Seeking Truth

René Descartes 28 Episodes Oct 10, 2026

This podcast presents René Descartes’ Discourse on the Method, a foundational philosophical work. It introduces the famous phrase “cogito ergo sum” and argues for a method of doubting everything to establish a firm basis for knowledge. Descartes seeks a solid foundation for the modern natural sciences and revives ancient skepticism while modifying it to reach an incontrovertible truth. The work is read aloud in English.

Episodes

Is Shakespeare Dead-Mark Twain
Is Shakespeare Dead-Mark Twain Oct 10, 2026 10646 "Is Shakespeare Dead" by Mark Twain delves into the enduring debate surrounding the authorship of Shakespeare's works, challenging the conventional narratives that have surrounded the playwright for centuries. Twain's sharp wit and incisive commentary invite listeners to reconsider the nature of literary genius and the complexities of attribution in art. This exploration remains relevant today, as
Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy-Bertrand Russell
Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy-Bertrand Russell Sep 12, 2026 31500 "Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy" by Bertrand Russell delves into the foundations of mathematics and its philosophical implications, exploring the relationship between mathematical concepts and logical reasoning. This work is essential for anyone interested in understanding how mathematical thought influences broader philosophical inquiries. Russell's insights challenge readers to reconsid
Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories-E. M. Forster
Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories-E. M. Forster Sep 7, 2026 16077 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel-John Donne
Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel-John Donne Sep 6, 2026 33072 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Báb-Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás
Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Báb-Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás Sep 5, 2026 18082 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Woman and the War-Frances Evelyn (Daisy) Greville
Woman and the War-Frances Evelyn (Daisy) Greville Sep 4, 2026 24864 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
David Hume and his Influence on Philosophy and Theology-James Orr
David Hume and his Influence on Philosophy and Theology-James Orr Sep 3, 2026 25698 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Selected Lead Articles from THE DAWN-Louisa Lawson
Selected Lead Articles from THE DAWN-Louisa Lawson Sep 2, 2026 6843 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Audubon's Western Journal 1849-1850-John Woodhouse Audubon
Audubon's Western Journal 1849-1850-John Woodhouse Audubon Sep 1, 2026 19711 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
All Things Are Possible-Lev Shestov
All Things Are Possible-Lev Shestov Aug 31, 2026 18550 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Narratives of Colored Americans-Abigail Mott, Mary Sutton Wood
Narratives of Colored Americans-Abigail Mott, Mary Sutton Wood Aug 30, 2026 29869 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des
Annual Report of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, December 1837-Commissioner of Indian Affairs
Annual Report of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, December 1837-Commissioner of Indian Affairs Aug 29, 2026 32452 The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Des

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