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SteveH

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The History of Philosophy in Clerihews
« on: April 28, 2018, 10:25:35 AM »
Aristotle
Was dumped by his girlfriend, but didn't turn to the bottle:
Instead, being a philosopher,
He reconciled himself to the loss of her.

John Stuart Mill
Invented a happiness pill.
He explained "It ensures the greatest number's greatest happiness
Even in circumstances of extreme crappiness".

Bertrand Russell
Imagined a celestial teapot, saying "Thus'll
I explain my attitude to religious belief
Though I'm sure the fundies will continue to give me grief."

William of Occam
Thought unnecessary hypotheses a nuisance, and tried to block 'em.
He used his razor on them, in-
Stead of on his chin.

Any more?
I have a pet termite. His name is Clint. Clint eats wood.

Walt Zingmatilder

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Re: The History of Philosophy in Clerihews
« Reply #1 on: April 28, 2018, 10:29:59 AM »
Aristotle
Was dumped by his girlfriend, but didn't turn to the bottle:
Instead, being a philosopher,
He reconciled himself to the loss of her.

John Stuart Mill
Invented a happiness pill.
He explained "It ensures the greatest number's greatest happiness
Even in circumstances of extreme crappiness".

Bertrand Russell
Imagined a celestial teapot, saying "Thus'll
I explain my attitude to religious belief
Though I'm sure the fundies will continue to give me grief."

William of Occam
Thought unnecessary hypotheses a nuisance, and tried to block 'em.
He used his razor on them, in-
Stead of on his chin.

Any more?
Bertrand Russell didn't bank on Elon Musk?

SteveH

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Re: The History of Philosophy in Clerihews
« Reply #2 on: April 28, 2018, 10:31:25 AM »
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I have a pet termite. His name is Clint. Clint eats wood.

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Re: The History of Philosophy in Clerihews
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2018, 07:28:44 AM »
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I suspect that Vlad is attempting to draw your attention to a recently transported celestial motor vehicle.
Does Magna Carta mean nothing to you? Did she die in vain?