George Berkeley

Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous

Society EN ↓ 6 episodes

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogue opens with Hylas expressing his disdain for skepticism, accusing Philonous of holding the most extravagant opinion—that material substance does not exist. However, Philonous deftly counters, asserti...

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George Berkeley

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Society

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Latest episode

Feb 13, 2026

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Episodes

006 - Dialogue 3 Part 2 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

005 - Dialogue 3 Part 1 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

004 - Dialogue 2 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

003 - Dialogue 1 Part 3 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

002 - Dialogue 1 Part 2 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

001 - Dialogue 1 Part 1 13.02.2026

In this engaging philosophical exchange, George Berkeley presents Hylas, a character embodying the views of his contemporary adversary, John Locke. The name Hylas, rooted in ancient Greek meaning matter, represents the materialist perspective that Hylas passionately defends. In contrast, Philonous, whose name translates to lover of mind, challenges this view in a spirited debate. The First Dialogu...

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