PHIL 3160 – Philosophy of Happiness

What is it, how can we best pursue it, why should we? Supporting the study of these and related questions at Middle Tennessee State University and beyond. "Examining the concept of human happiness and its application in everyday living as discussed since antiquity by philosophers, psychologists, writers, spiritual leaders, and contributors to pop culture."

Saturday, November 13, 2021

"When I Get to Heaven"

 Andrew's Papaw's "simple man" philosophy of happiness has undeniable appeal, it reminded me of the late great John Prine's song "When I Get to Heaven"... but we secularists pay particular heed to "these words my daddy said. He said, " Buddy, when you're dead..." 

In other words, we want our happiness in this life. We're not banking on the next.



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