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I guess the reason why I am having difficulty in this class (and why it took me a little bit longer to blog this week) is because no matter how many times it is explained to me, I still don't seem to understand the concept of non-foundationalism/foundationalism.  According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, the term foundational is defined as "Basis (as a tenet, principle, or axiom) upon which something stands or is supported".  In accordance, non-foundational would be the opposite. After discussing this matter extensively I feel as though Darwin did not consider himself to be either of the two. Then why should it be our concern?

In regards to biological evolution, I believe it is based on non-foundational thinking (using the aforementioned definitions).  Since the process of evolution does not have a direct goal or purpose, it is not based on a principle or axiom of any sorts.  The theory of Creationism, however, is a foundationalist theory as it is based on an idea that shapes peoples ideas of human existence.