Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I cite a webpage?
There are many different citation-standards. This example follows the APA-standard.
- Articles with author
[Surname of author(s)], [Initials Given Name] ([Year Published]). [Title of Article]. Retrieved: [Date of retrieval] from Experiment Resources: [URL]
Example: Of chattering minds and toxic emotions, by Sondre Risholm Liverød
Liverød, S. R (2010). Of chattering minds and toxic emotions. Retrieved 10 July 2010 from WebPhilosopher.net: http://webphilosopher.net/articles/of-chattering-minds-toxic-emotions-and-insatiable-egos/
- Reference in the text
The reference in the text would look like this (APA-standard):
“Here is the information you are citing (Liverød, 2010)”
Who is the author of the article?
Most articles have the name of the author(s) right below the text and in the header at the top of each posting.
Who are the authors here at the WebPhilosopher?
See our contribution-page.
Who are you?
See our about-page.
When did you write the article?
You can find the year and date of the first posting of an articles in the heading at the top of the posts, next to the name of the author(s).
Since webpages may have been changed several times, most citation-standards demand that you cite what year when the webpage was first published and the date it was viewed/downloaded (retrieved).
Can I exchange opinions with the WebPhilosopher?
Yes, we want to hear your opinions! You are welcome to comment our articles at the bottom of each posting, and we will be happy to engage in relevant debates in the field of philosophy, spirituality and other existential questions regarding the human situation. Unfortunately we do not always have the time to engage in all matters, but we will always do our best to listen to others opinions and offer our own viewpoints.
Does the WebPhilosopher adhere to a particular religious belief?
We are committed to diversity and the ability to look at all matters from as many perspectives as possible. We will focus on the importance of dealing with multiple perspectives at once. We believe that the ability to capture multiple perspectives are the best way to solve conflicts and develop, but there are countless traps that might catch us in the single-minded and harmful position; and our goal at the WebPhilosopher is to avoid this psychological pitfall.
Because of the this, we are generally critical to a lot of the religious doctrines. Worldviews based on unwavering teachings propagated by one prophet, will be the subject of critical analysis here at the WebPhilosopher.
Often people relate to one particular religion in the belief that these religious mythologies inhabit the ultimate truth, which implies that other religions are wrong. The WebPhilosopher will very much oppose all dogmatic positions. In this matter we would like to cite the philosopher and mathematician Bertrand Russell:
“As soon as we Abandon Our own reason, and content are two rely upon authority, there is no end to Our Troubles. Whose authority? The Old Testament? The New Testament? The Koran? In practice, people choose the book considered sacred by the Community in which they are children, and out-of-book That They choose the party They like, ignoring the Others. At one time, the most influential text in the Bible was: “Thou shalt not suffer a witch to live.” Now-a-days, people pass over this text, in silence if Possible, if not, with an Apology. “( Russell, 1943, quoted in Hitchens 2007, p. 188).
We included this quotation because it illustrates some kind of basic principles for the WebPhilosopher: We strive for critical analysis, celebrate innovative ideas, try to call upon critical thinking and we want to challenge perspectives that invokes rigid truths about life’s many “mysteries”.
Can I publish my own articles on the WebPhilosopher?
Yes, you can. Check out our writer-page for more information.
May I publish your articles?
Not without a consent from the WebPhilosopher.net. You may ask by contacting us.
Generally we do not allow online publications, unless there is a win-win situation.
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May I link to your website?
Generally, we do not have objections to links to our website as long as the website does not include content of offensive/illegal/unethical nature (such as porn, gambling, scams or hatred-sites).
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