Academic papers on Philosophy

Socrates
A 3 page paper that begins with a short introduction to Socrates where the writer comments on the fact that all we know is second-hand. The essay then illustrates Socrates' method of question using his discussion with Euthyphro about what piety is....
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Aristotle and the Idea of the "Good Life"
This 3 page paper discusses Aristotle's concept of the Good Life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Happiness According to Aristotle
This 3 page paper examines Aristotle's ideas on happiness. The concept is explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Plato's Philosophy and Criticisms
This 3 page paper makes a declarative statement of Plato's philosophy; gives two opinions of the statement; analyzes the opinions; and argues in favor of one. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Cosmological Argument
This 4 page paper examines two of the forms the cosmological argument takes; it follows the premise-objection-rebuttal format. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Thought without Language
This 3 page paper takes the philosophical position that language is not necessary for thinking. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Anselm, Aquinas, Descartes/Existence of God
A 3 page essay that contrasts and compares the arguments of Anselm and Aquinas on the existence of God and then briefly discusses Descartes' view. Theologians and philosophers throughout history have formulated arguments that are designed to prove,...
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Three Questions in Philosophy
This 5 page paper examines three questions presented by a student. All questions go to ethical issues. Subjects addressed are consequentialism, non-consequentialism, utilitarianism and more. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Utilitarianism: The Views of Bentham and Mill Compared
This 3 page paper examines both points of view on Utilitarianism. Mill and Bentham's points are reiterated and the theorists are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Questions on Ethics/Morals
A 14 page research paper that investigates a variety of ethical and social questions. Topics addressed include environmental ethics and ethical questions pertaining to sexuality. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Aristotle and Human Origins
A 4 page paper which examines Aristotle
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Ethics: Utilitarianism
This 4 page paper describes utilitarian theories of ethics, some of the philosophers who have contributed to thinking in this area, and their theories. It also describes some of the ethical consequences of supporting the positions they have taken....
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Bertrand Russell: "On Denoting"
This 4 page paper discusses Bertrand Russell's idea that the sense of a proper name is equivalent to a description of the object named. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Is Hedonism The Basis For The Best Life?
3 pages in length. Hedonism, while inherent to the fundamental nature of human beings, leaves out the concept of goodwill and, therefore, cannot be considered the basis for the best life. The wholly myopic approach to life through the hedonistic...
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The Argument for Progressive Taxation
This 5 page paper looks at the idea of progressive taxation. The Utilitarian point of view is presented to support this type of tax strategy. Morality is discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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