Academic papers on Philosophy

Aristotle's Philosophy of Nature Analyzed
This 6 page research paper examines Aristotle's philosophy of nature and how it formed the foundation for modern-day realism. Specifically discussed is Aristotle's
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Aristotle's Natural Philosophy
The Aristotelian conception of nature is founded on an inner principle reflected in regular patterns of change and development. The process of change is observable in the actions of humans. The obvious correlation between the actions of the...
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Aristotle and Substance
A 5 page paper that looks at Aristotle's 'Metaphysics' and 'Physics' and considers his determinations about the meaning of matter. The writer considers not only the quesiton 'what is matter?' but also what entities would be considered matter. No...
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Aristotle & The Democratic Government
A 7 page paper that explores the Athenian Constitution, Aristotle's 'Politics,' and other writings. The writer analyzes Aristotle's 'natural' state as a growth out of the family ideal, and posits that Aristotle's views of democracy miror today's...
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Aristotle vs. Epictetus / Virtue
A 5 page essay that compares and contrasts how these two ancient philosophers would have felt toward the virtue of 'patience' as outlined by Aristotle. The writer demonstrates through this example how these two philosophers differed in some...
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Aristotle vs. Barbara Whitehead / Marriage & Friendship
A 7 page paper that considers the idea of marriage based in friendship as presented by both Aristotle and Barbara Whitehead. The writer demonstrates Aristotle's belief in the necessity of virtue and argues this in terms of the risks presented by...
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Comparison / Aristotle vs. St. Thomas Aquinas' Views on Kingship
A 5 page paper discussing the views held by Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas regarding the duties, honors, and processes of kingship. No bibliography sources are listed.
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A Modern-Day Philosophical Dialogue With Aristotle
This 6 page research paper is a dialogue with Aristotle disputing some of his most famous philosophical conclusions. Specifically examined are Aristotle's contentions regarding the existence of God, women and slavery. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Definition of Philosophy
A 5 page paper discussing several points discussed by Stephen Clark, including discovering what philosophy is, definitions of reality and truth as they are used in philosophical discussions, how people tend to be alike whether drawn to philosophy or...
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Intent Of Philosophy Throughout History Analyzed
A 15 page paper which discusses philosophy from a historical and contemporary standpoint to explore its intention and its impact upon the general public. To illustrate the influence of philosophy on man, the works of the ancient Greeks, Confucius,...
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Causality in Western Philosophical Thought Since Descartes / The Perspectives of Kant, Locke & Nietzche
This 5 page paper considers the perspectives of philosophers like Kant, Locke and Nietzche regarding the nature of causality in understanding human existence and perspectives on issues like idolatry and religion. This paper relates the perspectives...
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Philosophy / Interdisciplinary View
A 5 page research essay which shows how philosophy relates to all of the other disciplines. Relationships formed by the writer include those between various philosophers and government, biology, genetics, education, literature, art, sociology,...
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Plato Vs. Hobbes
A 10 page, critical comparison of views presented by Plato in 'The Republic' and by Hobbes in 'Leviathan' as they relate to evaluative assessments of various governmental forms & political theory. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Plato vs. Hobbes # 2
A 6 page analytical comparison of views on Democracy and the state as argued by Plato in his 'Republic' and Hobbes in 'Leviathan.' No additional bibliographic references.
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Thomas Hobbes / Metaphysics & Politics
A 6 page paper that provides an overview of Hobbes metaphysical considerations as they relate to both politics and religion and considers these elements in terms of Hobbes' Leviathan. No additional sources cited.
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