Academic papers on Philosophy

Homosexuality from a Utilitarian Perspective
This 4 page paper argues that while homosexuality is likely supported by utilitarianism, same sex marriage would not be. Utilitarianism is defined. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Kant's What is Enlightenment?
This 2 page paper provides an overview of this work written in 1784. Enlightenment as Kant sees it is discussed. No additional sources cited.
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Thoreau's Life without Principle
This 2 page paper provides an overview of this famous piece and evaluates it. The theme of the work is the focus of discussion. No additional sources cited.
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What Is The Meaning Of Life
A 9 page paper that considers the question of the meaning of life. This is a question that has been perplexing man probably since shortly after man appeared on earth. It is a question that has been addressed by physicists, philosophers, theologians,...
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MORAL NIHILISM AND EXOTIC DANCING
This 4 page paper discusses the ethical dilemma of a girl pole dancing to pay her way through college, using moral nihilism principles. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Kierkegaard: Sickness Unto Death
A 4 page paper which examines Kierkegaard
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John Stuart Mill's "On Liberty"
3 pages in length. Mill fit into the general history of political, economic and social thought by applying his interpretation of society and the utilitarian philosophies by which it should abide. The concept of utilitarianism speaks well to the...
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John Locke's "A Letter Concerning Toleration"
3 pages in length. To understand toleration as Locke intended is to realize its inherent relation to possessing conscience. His 1689 paper entitled "A Letter Concerning Toleration" set a significant precedent with regard to how toleration, in and...
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Religion And Christianity As They Relate To John Locke's "A Letter Concerning Toleration" And John Stuart Mill's "On Liberty"
3 pages in length. The writer compares and contrasts each man's views on religion in general and Christianity particular. No additional sources cited.
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The Truth According to Kant and Rorty
This 5 page paper consider the different ways in which truth is defined and understood by these two diverse philosophers. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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THE DEATH OF IVAN ILYCH: THE IMPORTANCE OF LIVING WELL
This 5 page paper discusses the theme of spirituality as discussed in the Tolstoy work, The Death of Ivan Ilych. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Source of Knowledge: Aristotle and Descartes
A 4 page paper discussing these philosophers
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Hume's Ideas about Freedom and Free Will
This 5 page paper looks at Hume's theories and also at the concept of freedom as well as free will. How free will and determination can exist in unison is also noted. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Knowledge: Aquinas and Descartes
A 5 page paper which examines the theories of Aquinas and Descartes in regards to knowledge, or knowing things. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Kant's Ideas on Morality
This 3 page paper includes the categorical imperative and more as Kant's ideas about ethics and morality are discussed. Examples are included. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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