Utilitarianism And Rules
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2 pages in length. The writer discusses how a utilitarian can give an adequate answer to the question of why we have an obligation to obey the laws. No bibliography.
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The Concept of 'Self'/Enlightenment and Postmodern Philosophy
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A 2 page research paper that compares the concept of self in the Enlightenment with that of the postmodern era. The writer particularly addresses how the philosophy of the Enlightenment differed from that of the existentialists. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Heidegger And Strauss
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A 5 page analysis of the similarities and differences between the philosophy of Martin Heidegger and Leo Strauss. Heidegger was a major figure in contemporary existentialist thought and one of the important influences in 20th century European philosophy. Another noted German philosopher, Leo Strauss, was highly influenced by Heidegger, yet Strauss felt that in Heidegger's philosophy there were in inherent flaws that left Heidegger and his philosophical thought open to political manipulation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Martin Heidegger and the Concept of Freedom
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This 5 page paper considers the views of the modern German philosopher Martin Heidegger on Freedom. The apparent existentialist has conflicting views on the indeterminable nature of total freedom and the influence of causal relationships. The paper considers the contradictions in his views and looks to reconcile them in an acceptable manner. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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Phenomenology & Existentialism
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9 pages total. Using theories commonly taught in a philosophy class, the writer of this paper attempts to answer : (1) whether they have yet experienced the world phenomenologically, (2) how modern art helps us to understand ourselves phenomenologically, (3) how capitalism alienates, (4) what Kierkegaard meant by truth as subjectivity, and (5) the importance of epoche. No Bibliography.
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Aquinas: A Direct Realist?
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A 5 page paper which addresses whether Thomas Aquinas was a direct realist or not. The paper presents the argument that Aquinas was not a direct realist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Philosophy Arguments
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A 5 page paper which discusses the Cosmological arguments of St. Thomas Aquinas, the ontological argument of St. Anselm, and the teleological argument of William Paley. Each philosopher’s arguments are discussed and them refuted with opposing arguments. Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.
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The Concept Of A Happy Marriage
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A 12 page paper that considers the arguments of Aquinas, Singer, Wallerstein and Blaseslee and Whitehead in regards to what makes an ideal marriage. This paper presents supported considerations about what makes and ideal marriage and then demonstrates some issues relative to this premise. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Virtue, According to Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas
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A 5 page paper which examines the similarities and differences between Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas' concepts of virtue, then discusses Aquinas' addition of theological virtues to Aristotle's moral and intellectual virtues. Specifically considered are Aquinas' 'Summa Theologica' and Aristotle's 'Nicomachean Ethics.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Rousseau & Mill on Representation
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A 4 page research paper that examines the philosophies regarding representation of Jean-Jacques Rousseau in his book The Social Contract (1762) and John Stuart Mill a century later in his work Considerations on Representative Government (1861). The writer argues that although Rousseau's opinions are appealing in their purity of purpose, he does not offer a truly workable solution around his objections to representational government. Mill, on the other hand, offers concrete suggestions on how to implement his philosophical outlook on representation; and, therefore, offers the more convincing argument.
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Mary Wollstonecraft / Feminist Philosopher
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An 8 page research paper on the life and philosophy of Mary Wollstonecraft. Wollstonecraft is highly regarded as the leader of the women's suffrage movement in Britain and is best known as the woman who answered Rousseau with her philosophical treatise entitled : 'A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.' The writer describes Wollstonecraft's life and works, and discusses her contributions to both philosophy and feminism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Sexuality in Mary Wollstonecraft's 'A Vindication of the Rights of Woman'
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A 6 page paper which examines the theme of sexuality in Mary Wollstonecraft's 1792 treatise, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.
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