Mencius's definition of human nature (xing) differed from that of the Greek philosophers, such as Aristotle and Plato. Plato believed that human nature was rooted in the tripartite existence of three souls: the rational soul (thinking soul), the spirited soul (will/courage), and the appetitive soul (emotion/desire).
1964 Alaska earthquake. The 1964 Alaskan earthquake, also known as the Great Alaskan earthquake and Good Friday earthquake, occurred at 5:36 PM AST on Good Friday, March 27. Across south-central Alaska, ground fissures, collapsing structures, and tsunamis resulting from the earthquake caused about 139 deaths. Lasting four minutes and thirty-eight seconds, the magnitude 9.2 megathrust earthquake was the most powerful recorded in North American history, and the second most powerful recorded in world history. 600 miles of
7.0 quake recorded in Alaska's Aleutian Islands. The village of Atka on Atka Island, Alaska. Officials say a magnitude 7.0 earthquake has rocked Alaska's Aleutian Islands with a jet-like rumble that shook homes and sent residents scrambling for cover. There are no immediate reports of damage or injuries from the major temblor at 8:25 a.m. Friday, local time. (AP Photo/Alaska Volcano Observatory/U.S.