Essays and Research Papers on Classic Greek Philosophy

This 3 page paper discusses Socrates' ideas on self-examination. Quotes cited from the texts. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the literary and narrative technique that Plato employs in his work, The Symposium. Examples and quotes cited from the text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses the difference between the philosophies of Plato and Aristotle, and answers the question of Platonic ideas. Quotes cited from many sources. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines instances of divine justice from Plato’s Symposium and Ovid’s Metamorphoses. No additional sources cited.

This 6 page paper looks at Nicomachean Ethics. The concept of evil is discussed in a general sense and many examples are provided. Nietzsche's ideas are touched on and utilitarianism is also mentioned in the course of the discussion. Several quotes from Aristotle's original work are used. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page paper which considers the validity of Socrates’ argument that just punishment benefits those upon whom it is imposed because it ‘cures’ them of their wickedness. Specifically considered is if punishment should be directed toward curing criminals or if it should have some other aim such as a deterrent or exacting retribution ...

9 pages in length. Socrates' life was steeped in deep thought; as one of history's most prolific philosophers, he established himself as a man whose mission was to encourage people to pursue the quest for knowledge and stand by one's convictions of righteousness even when faced with overwhelming opposition. However, Socrates did not ...

This 15 page paper provides an overview of the pre-Socratic philosopher Parmenides’ Poem, divided into the two parts The Way of Truth and The Way of Mortal Opinions. This paper relates the fact that this has been the cause of a variety of different interpretations over the centuries. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

6 pages in length. Throughout Plato's dialogues one can readily notice a series of shifts and turns that help to shape the underlying themes within his text. The Republic illustrates this use of narrative structure and dramatic detail that offer hints and clues to the philosophical meaning of the dialogue. Bibliography lists ...

A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts the views of Singer and Plato. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 12 page paper examines the similarities and differences between the philosophies of Aristotle and Confucius. Specifically, this paper highlights their ideas on virtue and reason, which in both instances exist outside of a theological paradigm. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the main theme of Josef Pieper's In Defense of Philosphy as exampled in the Phaedo by Plato. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 2.5 page paper which examines the notions discussed in Book I of Aristotle’s “Nicomachean Ethics,” how they compare/contrast with the Epicurean/Skeptic ideas of freedom from disturbance, along with a serious criticism of one of these views and how adherents of this view might defend it against criticism. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 2.5 page paper which examines Aristotle’s concepts of voluntary, involuntary and non-voluntary as detailed in Book 3 of “Nicomachean Ethics;” the role the notion of the swerve place in the Epicurean concept of freedom; Epictetus’s view of what is up to us and what isn’t; and whether or not the Stoic belief in fate ...

This 6 page paper uses original works by Thucydides, Plato and Aristotle to discuss the topic. The paper holds that there are both benefits and deficiencies of democracy. Democracy is explored in ancient times as well as in the modern sense. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4-page paper provides a brief overview of Socrates, his ideologies and philosophies. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

4 pages in length. The faculties Aristotle ascribes to the mind include the nature of perception, thought, the intellect and the intrinsic association between body and soul. Taking the stance that one's body is merely a requisite occurrence – more like an afterthought – derived from one's soul has been disputed time and ...

This 20 page paper examines Plato's Form of the Good, as well as forms in general, and compares and contrasts the concept to the Enlightenment concept associated with Zen Buddhism. An overview of each is provided. The ideas are compared and contrasted and similarities and differences are duly noted. Bibliography lists 14 sources. ...

A 6 page paper which analyzes Plato’s Euthyphro, Apology, and Crito. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of Aristotle's views on morality and happiness. This paper is based on Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics. No additional sources cited.

An 8 page paper which examines the traditional account of knowledge, considers Edmund Gettier’s counter example and responses to Gettier’s argument. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the idea of objectified love as presented in Plato's symposium and discussed in Robert Stewart's text,Philosophical Perspectives on Sex and Love. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A paper which looks at the common perception in Western civilisation that the Greeks were responsible for the origins of science and rationality, with reference to pre-Hellenistic theories and the ways in which science can be defined. Bibliography lists 10 sources

This 4 page paper examines several concepts inclusive of the Golden Mean. How Aristotle views politics and ethics is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper provides a detailed analysis for Plato's, "The Allegory of the Cave". Furthermore, this paper examines this aspect of Plato's philosophy from the empiricist perspective, employing the views of empiricists such as Hume and Locke. Bibliography lists 4 sources.