Zeno of Elea: Where Space, Time, Physics, and Philosophy Converge An Everyman’s Introduction to an Unsung Hero of Philosophy

Department

Philosophy and Religion

Additional Departmental Affiliation

Physics and Astronomy

Authors

William Turner, Western Kentucky University

Document Type

Thesis

Abstract

Zeno of Elea, despite being among the most important of the Pre-Socratic philosophers, is frequently overlooked by philosophers and scientists alike in modern times. Zeno of Elea’s arguments on have not only been an impetus for the most important scientific and mathematical theories in human history, his arguments still serve as a basis for modern problems and theoretical speculations. This is a study of his arguments on motion, the purpose they have served in the history of science, and modern applications of Zeno of Elea’s arguments on motion.

Disciplines

Other Philosophy | Other Physics | Philosophy of Science

Recommended Citation

Turner, William, "Zeno of Elea: Where Space, Time, Physics, and Philosophy Converge An Everyman’s Introduction to an Unsung Hero of Philosophy" (2007). Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects. Paper 111.
https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/stu_hon_theses/111