Whitehead concluded, 'The safest general characterisation of the European philosophical tradition is that it consists of a series of footnotes to Plato.'2 Here arises the discussion into how extensive this influence has been on religious philosophy. ... "9 This is an example of a contemporary argument that is clearly influenced by Plato yet inline with current scientific findings. ... Beauty for example is transferable because things may resemble beauty in different ways. ... 'The Forms could never be encountered in this world, since they are permanent and unchangeable co...

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