General philosophy

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mohism

Philosophy; General philosophy

The philosophy of Chinese philosopher Mozi, distinguished for its principles of universal love and mutual (utilitarian) benefit.

molinism

Philosophy; General philosophy

A religious doctrine that attempts to reconcile the omniscience of God with human free will. Named after 16th Century Jesuit theologian Luis de Molina.

The metaphysical and theological view that there is only one principle, essence, substance or energy. Monism is to be distinguished from dualism, which holds that ultimately there are two principles, ...

monolatrism

Philosophy; General philosophy

A philosophy that holds that there are many gods, with a worshiper of any God receiving his or her blessing.

moral relativism

Philosophy; General philosophy

The view that there are no universal moral truths.

moral universalism

Philosophy; General philosophy

The view that there are moral propositions that apply universally.

mysticism

Philosophy; General philosophy

The pursuit of achieving communion, identity with, or conscious awareness of ultimate reality, the divinity, spiritual truth, or God through direct experience, intuition, or insight. Traditions may ...