PHL 14000 Philosophy of Love

(GE-Phl-Rel) This is a course in the philosophy of love. It will cover the nature and kinds of love, their relation to human nature, and moral and metaphysical questions concerning the kinds of love. The course will cover the four traditional kinds of love: storge (affection), philia (friendship), eros (romantic/sexual), agape (self-giving). The course will examine how the various kinds of love, and their counterfeits, affect our attempt to live a meaningful life. Discussions will include personal and social ethics and the connection of love to God or the transcendent. NB: The course will deal with sensitive and controversial issues.

Credits

Offered

Spring semester.