The purpose of this discussion assignment is to reflect upon your understanding of different historical and philosophical approaches to the self. After completing your readings, write a 2 page paper explaining the avocado/essentialist idea of the self. Remember to explain specific theories with supporting citations.
As you develop your response, you might find some of the following questions to be relevant:
What is the core essence human beings are said to share?
What are some of the differences/similarities between the avocado and artichoke views of the self?
What is the relationship between human and divine nature?
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