Philosophy

6 x 48 minute episodes

What motivations underpin human behaviour? How do we define the good? Does God exist? Why should we believe the world really exists as we experience it? How can a person live a life of virtue?

Western and Eastern Philosophy is a ground breaking six part series which examines the roots of philosophy and ancient religious thought.

Western Philosophy traces the evolution of philosophy from classical Greece, its development in Europe through the medieval period and the enlightenment into modern existentialist thought.

Eastern Philosophy examines the genesis of spiritual thought of nations including China, Japan and India. This philosophical journey looks at the doctrines of Confucianism, Shinto, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism and Islam.

The series features

• Superb location footage

• Re-enactments and reconstructions

• Expert analysis by leading academics

Titles in the series

1. Western Philosophy part 1

2. Western Philosophy part 2

3. Western Philosophy part 3

4. Eastern Philosophy part 1

5. Eastern Philosophy part 2

6. Eastern Philosophy part 3