On The Infinite Universe and Worlds Flashcards
(16 cards)
Who is the author of ‘On The Infinite Universe and Worlds’?
Giordano Bruno
What is the main theme of Giordano Bruno’s work?
The infinite nature of the universe and the existence of multiple worlds
True or False: Giordano Bruno believed in a finite universe.
False
Fill in the blank: Giordano Bruno’s philosophy suggests that the universe is _______.
infinite
What does Bruno argue about the existence of worlds?
He argues that there are countless worlds similar to Earth
What philosophical stance did Bruno take regarding the cosmos?
He proposed a pantheistic view of the universe
List two key concepts presented in ‘On The Infinite Universe and Worlds’.
- The plurality of worlds
- The infinite nature of the universe
According to Bruno, how does the universe relate to God?
The universe is a manifestation of God
What was a significant consequence of Bruno’s ideas during his time?
He faced persecution and was ultimately executed for heresy
Fill in the blank: Bruno’s ideas contributed to the shift from _______ to a more modern understanding of cosmology.
geocentrism
True or False: Bruno’s work was widely accepted in his lifetime.
False
What did Bruno challenge regarding the Aristotelian worldview?
The belief in a finite universe centered around the Earth
In what historical context did Bruno write ‘On The Infinite Universe and Worlds’?
During the Renaissance, a period of questioning traditional beliefs
What was Bruno’s view on the relationship between the universe and human beings?
He believed humans are an integral part of the universe
List three influences on Giordano Bruno’s philosophical ideas.
- Neoplatonism
- Stoicism
- Copernican heliocentrism
What role did imagination play in Bruno’s philosophy?
Imagination was seen as a means to understand the infinite universe
