In the spirit of philosophy light-bulb jokes,
each semester I tell my students a few light-bulb jokes and ask them to
come up with a few of their own. Here are a few examples:
(1) How many philosophers does it take to change a light-bulb?
Three; one to change the light-bulb and two to debate whether they ought to, and if so, whether it follows that they can.
(2) How many ancient philosophers does it take to change a light-bulb?
Four; one to change the light-bulb and three to say "Yes, Socrates," "Well done, Socrates," "Good job, Socrates."
(3) How many medieval philosophers does it take to change a light-bulb?
Two; one to change the light-bulb and one to check what Aristotle said about changing light-bulbs.
Feel free to add your own jokes in the comments.
I wish everyone a very successful semester.
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