Cloyne Cathedral | George Berkeley
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- On a wet and windy day, I took refuge in a cathedral, mass was on so I sat and waited quietly. I noticed beautiful plaques and a stunning room that held the most amazing effigy. Mass ended and the Dean came and spoke with me, invited me to video and gave me a history lesson of George Berkeley.
"If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?" is a philosophical thought experiment that raises questions,
regarding observation and perception
The answer, according to George, is that yes, it did make a sound, because God heard it. .
George Berkeley (12 March 1685 - 14 January 1753) - known as Bishop Berkeley (Bishop of Cloyne of the Anglican Church of Ireland) - was an Anglo-Irish philosopher whose primary achievement was the advancement of a theory he called "immaterialism" (later referred to as "subjective idealism" by others). This theory denies the existence of material substance and instead contends that familiar objects like tables and chairs are ideas perceived by the mind and, as a result, cannot exist without being perceived. Berkeley is also known for his critique of abstraction, an important premise in his argument for immaterialism.
In 1709, Berkeley published his first major work, An Essay Towards a New Theory of Vision, in which he discussed the limitations of human vision and advanced the theory that the proper objects of sight are not material objects, but light and colour. This foreshadowed his chief philosophical work, A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge, in 1710, which, after its poor reception, he rewrote in dialogue form and published under the title Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous in 1713, In this book, Berkeley's views were represented by Philonous (Greek: "lover of mind"), while Hylas ("hyle", Greek: "matter") embodies the Irish thinker's opponents, in particular John Locke.
Berkeley argued against Isaac Newton's doctrine of absolute space, time and motion in De Motu (On Motion), published 1721. His arguments were a precursor to the views of Ernst Mach and Albert Einstein.] In 1732, he published Alciphron, a Christian apologetic against the free-thinkers, and in 1734, he published The Analyst, a critique of the foundations of calculus, which was influential in the development of mathematics.
Interest in Berkeley's work increased after World War II because he tackled many of the issues of paramount interest to philosophy in the 20th century, such as the problems of perception, the difference between primary and secondary qualities, and the importance of language.
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Thanks Sue for braving the elements to show us this beautiful Cathedral and cemetery...so much history..loved it ❤
Thanks Maureen ❤️
What a beautiful alabaster Effigy. He was a very free thinking man. Then to have Berkeley college named after him. That college is also a very free thinking establishment.
Yes Sylvia absolutely amazing Effigy x x
What does "free thinking" mean?
Very, very informative Sue. The inside of the church was pristine for its age and the headstones were really are showing their age! I so wish I was there.
Ahh Janet how are you? Yes beautiful old church and graveyard
Wow they certainly packed the graveyard with the dead . I wonder if it was the only place to be buried around there ? The inside of the church was beautiful and ancient a place you could spend hours in . So much history inside and out . I wonder what the little cage was on that grave . I hope the cat was ok . Thank you Serenity Sue for a lovely walk and that you both got wet feet suffering for your art ❤️ x
The little cat was grand after, just sitting in from the rain, I'm not sure what the cage was for, interesting shape
This was amazing. I love going in the churches, even if ruins. This was great ! Berkley was just wow, his hands. Won’t judge on his slaves since just way it was nothing can be done now, but bummer..booo. Love the floor too. Really great video Sue ❤
Thanks Linda, yes as the Dean said to us, history is history, can't change it
The effigy of George Berkeley was stunning !!.The church was lovely too .Thanks for taking us along .Take care 🙏
Thank you Linda, appreciate it
Thanks for bringing us along Sue! Cloyne Catherdral is just beautiful and George Berkeley's effigy is an absolute masterpiece!
And you're right, University of California-Berkeley was indeed named after George Berkeley. Back in the 1960's there were some crazy things going on there (Among other places!) so it got the name "Berserkley!" And it's been known by name that on-and-off ever since!
And in case you don't know, that banner hanging on the wall near Berkeley's effigy is the state flag of Rhode Island.
Thanks again!
Wow, thanks Wayne appreciate it 🙏
What a beautiful place, even in the rain. Thank you for the history lesson about George Berkeley, what an interesting gentleman. The marble sculpture was amazing.
Thanks Jen, it sure was beautiful
That was a beautiful tour Sue. That effigy was beautiful! So life like. Congratulations on over 13k subs👏🏻💕
Thank you liz the effigy was amazing x x
The artwork on the these statues and headstones are amazing. You can tell that the person who carved them put their heart into their work. Some of them are so lifelike.
This was so lifelike, absolutely stunning piece of art
What a gorgeous church, inside and out. The effigy is exquisite. I don't know why I hadn't heard of Berkeley. I thought I knew everything lol. The graveyard was beautiful too. Great tour. I didn't want it to end. Thank you for walking in the rain for us.
Thanks so much toms x x
Very interesting history. Thank you Sue for sharing 😊
Thanks Lauren ❤️
What a beautiful church Sue. In Ireland, my heart. Thank you.
Thanks David, appreciate it
Yes! You share such a picture of Ireland and Britain! The walkthroughs are so informative. Fantastic old architecture and gravestone carving!
Thank you Clark ❤️
Hi Sue it was a wonderful cemetery tour , thankyou to you and GV for your support , I owe you guys so much ❤
Hi Julia, you're so welcome x x
Beautiful effigy of Berkeley. Loved seeing the old church and cemetery!
It's stunning x
Thanks again for a fantastic video Sue. The craftsmanship is incredible & beautiful. I used to love wandering around old churches & grave yards from a young age. I use a mobility scooter to get about theses days & many old cemeteries are not accessible. So l thank you for doing it for me 😘
Thanks Lisa, ahh I'm sorry, yes most of the old ones are not wheelchair
Another wonderful visit! The rain and cold started here today as well. Halloween weather!🎃🥰
Hey Susie, big change in the weather
Thanks again an interesting and informative video 👏⭐️
Thank you Jane, very welcome 🙏
so pretty. i love walking in the rain.
Me too and the wind as long as its not too bad
Lovely video and that one man wow! Thanks for sharing.
Very welcome 🙏
Such great detail! Thank you for braving the elements.
So very welcome Caron x
What a great job on carving stones and statues the church is beautiful shape even with its age
Just amazing Larry, great craftsmanship
Berkeley's effigy looked so real!
It was Ben, I touched the hand and it felt so real, gave me the shivers
Berkeley looks so real , like he is sleeping wow. Thanks Sue
Yes Regina he certainly did..I touched his hand and it was so life like can't imagine how much that cost
Had to watch a second time. This place is amazing 😍. The carvings and the effigy are awesome. He looks like he fell asleep reading. Windows are great. Now I know the answer to the question. Never heard it before. And he would be spinning in his grave if he knew what was going on in Berkeley College in California. This is amazing. And the skulls were real. Spooky.
Hi Brenda, yes it's an amazing effigy, looked so life like x x
Another great video thanks so much for you guys to make it
You're very welcome Jamie ❤️
I never heard of him but I know a bout him now very interesting I am learning about a bit of Irish history due to you Sue keep it up
Thanks Sheila ❤️
Well that was a interesting walk around nice statues and other info.
The effigy is amazing looks so lifelike
An abundance of history at Cloyne Cathedral! I'm surprised a man of Berkeley's intellect(and supposed Christianity)would be a slave owner. Nice video again Sue. 😊👍
Thanks Hans, yes I was shocked to see that too
Love this Sue brilliant ❤
Thank you hunny
@@SerenitySueGraveyards so welcome ♥️
I look forward to watching this one.
Thanks April x x
Wonderfull video sue!
Kisses for you!
Thanks Manuel appreciate it 🙏
How gorgeous is this cathedral? George Berkeley and his ties to America and Berkeley college …what an influence he had on history…and Brinkley, such brilliant men. The faces in the doorway are so interesting. Do you know what their meaning is or why they are there? Another 🐱 😊
Hi Wendy, the faces could be a welcome to people or just decoration maybe, what a beautiful Effigy of George, absolutely stunning , yes another cat, we just keep finding them, he was OK after, I had to check
I watched a cemetery video the other day from here in The States Sue, that had 2 Graves with similar cages on them. They were called hooded graves. The thinking was that the people buried there were believed to be vampires. The hoods would prevent them from getting out. Happy Halloween!
Like a mort safe?? I found a mortsafe recently and it was huge
Great information Sue. !!!
Thanks Rubin, so much in this man's history
Interesting Sue , Thank you
Very welcome Paul
BEAUTIFUL EFFIGIES
Beautiful cathedral, and so full of history. Bishop Berkeley's tomb was
fascinating! The graveyard was very
interesting, a nice mixture of old and new. Is it still in use? Ireland does not own the market in " overgrown. "
Oregon can get overgrown pretty fast as well, especially in the northwestern part, where I live.
In fact, I have a bit of a ivy problem in my back yard. Any advice?
Thank you very much for braving
the weather, to share with us
another great video. Take care, Sue, GV and Ollie.
Thanks Michael, Ivy is very hard to kill, cut it and weedkiller on the root
@@SerenitySueGraveyards I cut some, and pulled some more out by the roots
the other day. Thank you for the
advice. Take care.
It's a lovely Cathedral
Amazing place and i love the story, your going to have to take some cat food with you as you always see one
You know Hazel that's not a bad idea at all x x
@@SerenitySueGraveyards i take corn with me when i go to clean cemetery for the chickens as they walk along the lane
Wow, chickens, how cool
I wonder if George Berkeley was related to the family from Berkeley castle in England X his tomb is so life like it's amazing
Oh I don't know Marie x
Wow what an interesting man I have heard that saying many times but never knew who came up with it
Me either, interesting man
Another great video 👍 sadly I bet the slaves he kept will have no marker to remember them they will have been buried in unmarked graves and forgotten about makes my blood boil did you check that the cat was OK keep up the good work and stay safe 👍🙏
Cat was fine, think he was getting out of the weather, dark history for sure, hopefully he was a nicer to them than most God help them
God never forgets anyone even if they are buried in an unmarked grave. We are all loved.
That's so true x x
Beautiful church and graveyard at Cloyne Cathedral… Did ye go back to check on the beautiful cat hiding under the undergrowth?
I did Susan, he was fine, just out of the rain I'd say x
Thank you for this great video. Outstanding history and tour! Amazing audio in the windy conditions. It's a wonderful sound of hearing the wind blow but no aggrading sounds from it. I certainly like to know what kind of mic you're using. Good tour!
Hi Jim, it's a Bluetooth mic, bought on amazon
@@SerenitySueGraveyards Thank you, Sue! That mic will be checked out by me for sure. I'm a retired broadcast radio & tv engineer. We enjoy all of your posts on RUclips. Your are the greatest!
Ahh thanks Jim I'll look to see what it's called, this one fits into my phone charging port
Wireless Lapel Microphon... on Amazon, that's what it is
I can not wait
Thanks Jason
Church of Ireland 🇮🇪 sue its a beautiful place ❤️
Thank you John, wasn't it beautiful
Sorry... I didn't get the notification... darn
Looks like lots didn't Sylvia, youtube is gone bad again
❤️❤️😊
Thanks NANA
Was that a cat curled up against the wall. Certainly very beautiful church and there is a Berkeley CA.
Yes a little black and white one, he was OK, just hiding from the rain x
Me too!
Thanks Sandra ❤️
I live in Rhode Island
Do you, how cool
alabaster sue the same George Berkeley lived in kk in Thomastown i may be wrong 😳
You're right John, I'm sure the Dean said formerly from kilkenny
Hi sue I will try to make the live chat tonight
Thanks Fairground
@@SerenitySueGraveyards I love your channel I've always been one to read headstones and wonder who the person was
Sue and GV thanks 🙏🏼again please be careful the weather is horrible there get home safely do you guys have a P.O. Box ❤
We don't Audrey x
Not an emu,it's an kasuar!
Never heard of one, I'll check it out thanks
If he was living in Queensland I'd say it's a Cassowary, because of the shell like crown on the head. Beautiful but very dangerous birds! Deb.
Thanks Deb x x are they dangerous wow
I'm certain that it will be lovely. Be blessed and be well!
Thanks Timothy