Academic papers on Philosophy

Aristotle vs. Plato's Views on the Soul
A 4 page paper which compares Aristotle's and Plato's views on the soul, as described in their works 'Nicomachean Ethics,' 'On the Soul,' 'The Republic' and 'Phaedo.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Philosophies Of Aristotle And Socrates
A 5 page paper that talks about the different philosophies of Aristotle and Socrates. Specifically it discusses the philosophies of Socrates and how they differ from those of the Sophites, and the philosophies of Aristotle and his ideas on virtue.
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Aristotle's Views On Slavery
Aristotle's views on slavery are well known and are considered by many to be a justification of the practices of the day. His emphasis in The Politics is the role of government and slavery was a vital and integral component of the social, political...
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Aristotle and Aquinas on Ethics
A 5 page paper which discusses the ethics of Thomas Aquinas in 'Treatise of Law,' and Aristotle in 'Nicomachean Ethics.' While both works address some of the same philosophical concerns, in regards to morality and ethics, Aristotle sees these...
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Comparison of Philosophers
Two essays totaling 8 pages that compare a number of great philosophers, including Nozick, Jung, Marx, Hume and Aristotle, on the concepts of justice, the self, demonstrating that contemporary philosophy is based on notions developed from past...
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Young, Aristotle, Aquinas and Hume
A 6 page paper that considers the notion of justice as presented by these four philosophers. The writer examines how Young's concept of justice challenged the premises set by Aristotle, Aquinas and Hume. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Aristotle's Concept of Human Nature in Terms of Justice & Education
This 8 page research paper examines Aristotle's ideas about human nature. Specifically discussed are the roles of justice and education in the Aristotelian concept of human nature. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Aristotle's 'Politics'
This 4 page paper looks at Aristotle's philosophy, particularly his work Politics and its relationship to theological doctrine. Aristotle's view of ethics and various other fundamental premises are examined. No additional sources cited.
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Aristotle's 'Politics' / Applied To The Present
A 6 page paper analyzing the concepts and topics developed in Arisotle's 'Politics' and how they apply to contemporary politics. Discusses their applicability to the modern political phenomenon and process Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Aristotle on the Acquisition of Virtue
A 4 page paper which describes and explains the acquisition of virtue in Aristotle's ethical theory. Specifically considered is the place of prudence in Aristotle's position, as described in 'Nicomachean Ethics.'
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Aristotle's Defense of Naturalistic Realism
A 4 page paper which examines Aristotle's defense of
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Why Hylemorphism is Preferred Over Materialism
A 5 page paper which explains why the metaphysical concept of hylemorphism is preferred over materialism, specifically considering the positions of Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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John Stuart Mill vs. Aristotle / The Concept of Character
This 5 page research paper considers John Stuart Mill's understanding of character and how it is acquired and contrast it with Aristotle's interpretation. Specifically discussed are Mill's essays, 'On Liberty' and the Subjection of Women,' and...
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Aristotle's 'Rhetoric'
A 5 page paper that considers the metaphysical, axiological and epistemological considerations presented in Aristotle's Rhetoric. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Aristotle / An Overview
A 4 page overview of Aristotle and his contributions to modern thought. Bibliography lists fives of Aristotle's works and two additional critical sources.
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