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Definition of Logos
Logos, along with ethos and pathos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective speaking or writing). Logos is an argument that appeals to... read full definition
Logos, along with ethos and pathos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective speaking or writing). Logos is... read full definition
Logos, along with ethos and pathos, is one of the three "modes of persuasion" in rhetoric (the art of effective... read full definition
Chapter 45
Explanation and Analysis—Cronshaw's Argument :
In London, Cronshaw and Philip have an argument about religion. Though Philip now identifies openly as an atheist, Cronshaw argues that Philip is still deeply influenced by Christian thought, particularly regarding Philip’s apparent terror of death and dying. In his response to Philip’s insistence that he does not observe Christian morality, Cronshaw employs logos:
‘It has nothing to do with Christianity. It’s just abstract morality.’
‘But there’s no such thing as abstract morality [...] You have thrown aside a creed, but you have preserved the ethic which was based upon it. To all intents you are a Christian still, and if there is a God in Heaven you will undoubtedly receive your reward. The Almighty can hardly be such a fool as the churches make out. If you keep His laws I don’t think He can care a packet of pins whether you believe in Him or not.’
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