http://hdl.handle.net/11422/16 2026-04-13T22:29:36Z 2026-04-13T22:29:36Z Castañon, Gustavo Arja http://hdl.handle.net/11422/29041 2026-04-10T03:00:14Z 2021-09-16T00:00:00Z

Title: Conhecimento possibilista Author(s)/Inventor(s): Castañon, Gustavo Arja Advisor: Rodrigues, Fernando Augusto da Rocha Abstract: What I call "possibilist knowledge", is the third form of scientific knowledge parallel vto the sufficient and the probabilistic. I name it that way because of its basic characteristic: it is knowledge about what makes something possible, not probable or necessary. Its form of law is the “Possibilist Law”, a type of scientific law that provides that, in the absence of a necessary condition N, event E is not possible. Its form of scientific explanation is the "Possibilist Explanation", which explains an event showing how, in fact, it was epistemically possible, rather than why it would be epistemically necessary. Its explanandum is the epistemic possibility of a real event previously considered epistemically impossible. To define PE, the new concept of the permissive condition is also introduced. Possibilist laws and explanations are legitimate and neglected parts of scientific knowledge and are especially suitable for the humanities. They are part of the answer to the longed-for scientificity of the humanities and the compatibility between modern science and the idea of free will. Publisher: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Type: Tese

2021-09-16T00:00:00Z Oliveira, Fernanda Lopes de http://hdl.handle.net/11422/29040 2026-04-10T03:00:14Z 2023-10-27T00:00:00Z

Title: Oikeíōsis e medo em Epicteto Author(s)/Inventor(s): Oliveira, Fernanda Lopes de Advisor: Alonso, André Domingos dos Santos Abstract: The treatment of the passions, especially the fear of death, is a recurring theme in Epictetus’ Discourses and Handbook. However, emphasizing the concepts and practices related to this treatment without considering the perspective of oikeiosis may lead the Stoic to adopt an attitude of contempt for their own life and the lives of others. To avoid this issue and to present a more balanced view of Epictetus’ philosophy on death, this work will begin by exploring the Stoic understanding of the passions, examining how they arise and the harm they cause to those who pursue philosophy. In the second part, we will examine Epictetus’ approach to treating passions in general, and fear in particular. We will see, however, that if this treatment focuses solely on the aspect of human rationality, it may lead the Stoic to disregard life. Finally, we will understand how oikeiosis offers a response to this problem by grounding both self-care and care for others. Publisher: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Type: Tese

2023-10-27T00:00:00Z Leal, Carlos Roberto de Freitas http://hdl.handle.net/11422/29039 2026-04-10T03:00:14Z 2021-04-16T00:00:00Z

Title: A filosofia da potência no pensamento decolonial: uma correção do individualismo em favor da existência coletiva Carlos Author(s)/Inventor(s): Leal, Carlos Roberto de Freitas Advisor: Moraes, Wallace dos Santos de Abstract: This work exposes the occidental philosophy as an epistemicide playing field, which can be described as the action practiced by a European elite upon the other peoples of the world. When they were not murdered (exterminated), they were treated as savages, unaware of their own existence and deprived of any knowledge, unfolding consequences that remain until the present days. This essay aims at presenting an amendment that the decolonial philosophy can establish over the strength philosophy by philosophically facing an epistemology based on the idea of the individual, the decolonial thought presents a strength philosophy that, instead of setting apart men in anonymous individuals, it connects them in a community in which the collective strength benefits from the individual one. Publisher: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Type: Dissertação

2021-04-16T00:00:00Z Figueiredo, Carlos Eduardo Carvalho de http://hdl.handle.net/11422/29033 2026-04-09T08:49:04Z 2025-11-13T00:00:00Z

Title: O Estado neoliberal: genealogia autoritária e as consequências para a democracia Author(s)/Inventor(s): Figueiredo, Carlos Eduardo Carvalho de Advisor: Rodrigues, Fernando Augusto da Rocha Abstract: This research aims to reconstruct the genealogy of neoliberalism, highlighting its intrinsic connection to the establishment of an authoritarian state, which is essential for enforcing neoliberal policies. The analysis shows that neoliberalism, far from being an anti-state ideology, requires a strong state to impose its logic, often through authoritarian and violent practices such as the punitive control of the population and the criminalization of dissenters. The study reveals that neoliberalism leads to a state re-engineering that results in a fragmented society, where social solidarity is replaced by excessive individualism and competition between individuals. The research also underscores the incompatibility between neoliberalism and democracy, arguing that this system fosters an authoritarian and antidemocratic mode of governance. Finally, the thesis concludes that neoliberalism cannot be understood without the presence of an authoritarian state, and its ontologically antidemocratic nature is irreconcilable with democracy. Publisher: Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro Type: Tese

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