11 ideas
| 17498 | In the 'received view' models are formal; the 'semantic view' emphasises representation [Portides, by PG] |
| 17501 | Representational success in models depends on success of their explanations [Portides] |
| 17502 | The best model of the atomic nucleus is the one which explains the most results [Portides] |
| 17496 | 'Model' belongs in a family of concepts, with representation, idealisation and abstraction [Portides] |
| 17497 | Models are theory-driven, or phenomenological (more empirical and specific) [Portides] |
| 17499 | Theoretical models can represent, by mapping onto the data-models [Portides] |
| 17500 | General theories may be too abstract to actually explain the mechanisms [Portides] |
| 7293 | It is legitimate to do harm if it is the unintended side-effect of an effort to achieve a good [Grayling] |
| 541 | Virtue comes more from habit than character [Critias] |
| 7292 | War must also have a good chance of success, and be waged with moderation [Grayling] |
| 542 | Fear of the gods was invented to discourage secret sin [Critias] |