Academic papers on Philosophy

AN INDIVIDUAL
This 10-page paper discusses, through the works of Needleman, Hill and Simmel, an individual's healthy relationship with money. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Role of the Fool in Hobbes' Leviathan
This 6 page paper provides an overview of Hobbes' use of the fool in his work Leviathan. This paper defines some of Hobbes' central beliefs as they are refuted by the fool and suggests that the fool gives Hobbes the basis for his argument that wise...
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An Examination of the Soul According to Plato
This 8 page paper examines Plato's ideas regarding the soul. Parts of the soul are discussed. Plato's theory of forms is included as a part of the investigation into the human soul. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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A Critique on the Philosophy of Epictetus
This 4 page paper describes his work sometimes referred to as The Manual. The ideas are critiqued and other philosophy is discussed. Virtue and compassion are two things explored. No additional sources cited.
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THINKING AND POLITICS: STRANGE BEDFELLOWS?
This 4 page paper examines the theories and philosophies of Hanna Arendt regarding thinking and politics. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Politics and Pleasure: The Debate Between Epicurus and Aristotle
This 4 page paper examines the ideas of Aristotle and Epicurus. Is the involvement in politics a quixotic exercise? This is the question that is examined. Ideas regarding hedonism are considered as well. This paper uses a situation submitted by a...
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Aristotle's Definition Of The Good Life
6 pages in length. The writer discusses happiness and virtue as they relate to Aristotle's definition of the good life. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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PLATO
This 6 page paper discusses Plato's theory of the soul, its immortality, acquisition of knowledge, the tripartate nature of the soul. Examples given from Phaedo, Meno, Citro, and The Republic. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Francis Bacon/Obstacles to Knowledge
A 14 page research paper that examines the points made by Francis Bacon concerning the obtainment of accurate knowledge. This examination of Bacon's epistemology focuses principally on what Bacon describes as the "first step" in his The New Organon,...
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Aristotle's Political Ideas
This 7 page tutorial uses questions posed by a student as a springboard for discussion. Various ideas about politics to come from Aristotle are included. No bibliography.
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St. Thomas Aquinas
In this 3 page paper, the author overviews St. Thomas' thoughts on politics, power and law. The author also comments on who influenced Aquinas and why specific writings are compared to a gothic cathedral. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Hegel and Sartre
This 3 page paper provides information on some basic concepts to come from each of these philosophers. This paper is broken down into two sections, one for each philosopher. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Kant on Religion and Morality
This 3 page paper examines Kant's views on religion and how they are intertwined with morality. Examples are given. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Swinburne/Personal Identity
A 6 page essay that discusses the philosophical debate of what constitutes "personal identity." The writer lays out the parameters of this debate, which includes the Reductionist position, represented by Parfit, and the Non-Reductionist argument,...
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Imaginary Dialogs on Politics
This 10 page paper provides a fictitious romp through history. This tutorial is written at times in the format of a play while considering what some of the old philosophers might say. Included are Plato, Aristotle, St. Thomas Aquinas and many...
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