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René Descartes
René Descartes – The Father of Modern Philosophy
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Born: March 31, 1596, in La Haye en Touraine, France
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Died: February 11, 1650, in Stockholm, Sweden
Key Contributions:
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Philosophy:
Descartes is best known for the phrase “Cogito, ergo sum” – “I think, therefore I am.”
He emphasized doubt and reason as the foundation for knowledge, helping to establish modern rationalism.
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Mathematics:
He developed Cartesian geometry, linking algebra and geometry. The Cartesian coordinate system is named after him.
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Science:
Descartes believed the universe operated like a machine, governed by physical laws. His approach laid groundwork for the scientific method.
Legacy:
René Descartes transformed philosophy by insisting that knowledge must begin with doubt and reason. His ideas influenced thinkers like Spinoza, Leibniz, and even modern scientists.
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