Academic papers on Philosophy

Views on the Metaphysics of Matter: George Berkeley verses Samuel Johnson
A 3 page overview of the manner in which these nineteenth century philosophers explained matter. By kicking a stone Johnson refutes Berkeley
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Kant's Ideas About Knowledge
This 3 page paper examines Kant's premises with the use of his Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics. A priori knowledge is discussed along with other concepts. No additional sources cited.
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The View of the Sophists as Compared with the Ideas of Plato and Aristotle
This 3 page paper examines the Sophist point of view and compares it with ideas to emanate from Plato and Aristotle. How the different views affect society is the focus of this paper. No bibliography.
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Philosophical Themes
This 6 page paper addresses the ideas of being and becoming as well as the concept of unity. Several philosophers are discussed in respect to the concepts, but Aristotle is highlighted. Mentioned are Plato, Nietzsche, Descartes, and Mill. ...
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Questions and Answers in Philosophy
This 3 page paper is in question and answer format. Three questions are answered related to modern and medieval philosophy, British empiricism, continental rationalism and Kantianism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Political Theory
This 5 page paper examines political theory with particular attention to Spinoza, Hobbes and Montesquieu. Quotes are provided from original works. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Machiavelli's Views on Love and Fear
This 4 page paper evaluates Machiavelli's well known line regarding love and fear from The Prince. The concept is discussed in depth. What did this theorist mean when he said it is better to be feared than loved? Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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John Dewey on Inquiry and Experience Compared with William James on Verification
This 10 page report discusses John Dewey's view of inquiry and the role played by experience. This is then compared with the ideas of William James regarding verification and the role of experience in it. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Problem of self-identity
This 3 page paper is discussed in the context of philosophy. John Locke's view is the focus of the discussion that also talks about Descartes' view. The problem with Locke's approach is identified and to some extent resolved. Bibliography lists 3...
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Hegel's Profound Analysis Of Human Evolution And Development
8 pages in length. According to Weeks, "Hegel created a profound analysis of human evolution and development, which encompassed all aspects of human knowledge and achievement." Indeed, the approach Hegel took toward understanding his own species...
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Odysseus and Socrates
A paper which looks at the topics which might be covered in an imaginary dialogue between Odysseus and Socrates, including the search for moral truth, the development of Greek political theories and the role of the hero-king.
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Socrates and Tacit Consent:
This 4 page paper summarizes the argument that Socrates makes about obeying the laws of Athens. Furthermore, this paper seeks to evaluate the Socrates' premise, showing that it is indeed valid but that it is also sound based upon the logic that...
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Mormon Christianity Compared to Catholic Christianity
This 6 page report discusses the differences between Roman Catholic versions of Christianity with Mormon views of Christianity. The history of the two religions is briefly discussed, along with very brief histories of the religions, their primary...
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JOHN STUART MILL AND UTILITARIANISM
This 5-page paper focuses on Mill's philosophy of utilitarianism by analyzing his statement that he'd rather be a dissatisfied Socrates than a satisfied pig. The paper discusses both the philosophy as well as the concept of happiness. Bibliography...
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Kant/What is Moral Conduct?
A 6 page research paper that examines the moral philosophy of Immanuel Kant. Numerous philosophers have attempted to answer the question of what constitutes moral conduct. One of the most famous philosophers to do so was Immanuel Kant (1724-1804)....
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