Essays and Research Papers on More Philosophers

This 5 page report discusses the ideas of “empiricism” as compared to what is thought to be “common sense.” The report examines the ideas of David Hume and George Berekley as related to the concepts. “Common sense” should be thought of as the reality which allows any individual to make the best possible deicisons in light of his or her ...

7 pages in length. Merriam-Webster defines society as an enduring and cooperating social group whose members have developed organized patterns of relationships through interaction with one another. In light of such a description, one might readily argue the fact that contemporary society does not exist. Clearly, mankind has reached an apex of ...

6 pages in length. Death, an entity greatly feared and misunderstood by humankind, is the representation of the end of life. Epicurus, however, took a decidedly different approach to one's mortality, postulating that death – in all its ominous form – is truly nothing to one's existence. Indeed, death does represent the end ...

This 7 page report discusses the accusations made against Socrates and his discussions with both Euthyphro and Crito regarding the various issues at hand. The discussions that take place between Plato and the other two men allow the modern reader a greater insight to the character of Socrates and the issues that surrounded him and his trial. Different views ...

This 3 page paper considers the subject of happiness as portrayed in the book 'Ethics of the New Millennium' by the Dalai Lama. Considering issues such as what is meant by happiness the paper discusses how the Dalai lama considers we may attain this as individuals and as a society in a moral and ethical ...

This 8 page report discusses the accusations made against Socrates and his discussions with both Euthyphro and Crito regarding the various issues at hand. The discussions that take place between Plato and the other two men allow the modern reader a greater insight to the character of Socrates and the issues that surrounded him and ...

A 7 page paper which argues that one must establish the existence of morals in the first place if one is to argue for either a position in ethical relativism or objectivism. The philosophers discussed in the argument are Herodotus, Thomas Aquinas, Ruth Benedict, Louis Pojman, and Gilbert Harman. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the influence Wittgenstein's philosophy has had on the modern world. Concentrating on the use and interpretation of language the paper considers they way in which our understanding of language has changed, and how this has influenced society as a whole as well as the caring professions. The bibliography cites ...

3 pages in length. As a civilized being, man strives to maintain a virtuous example by way of thought and action. There are times, however, when vice distracts these efforts and renders man vulnerable to a less ethical existence. When one is virtuous, he abides by morally upstanding principles to help guide him ...

A 6 page paper which examines how the concepts of good and evil were defined by classical philosophers Aristotle and Saint Augustine, and by more contemporary or "modern" philosophers as Friedrich Nietzsche and William James. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at how these two different philosophers interpreted and perceived mysticism as well as the ways in which they conveyed their beliefs to their audiences. With one believing in logical explanations and the other seeking to help us understand what they believed to be the inconceivable they can also be seen ...

A 5 page persuasive essay which defends the assertion made by German philosophical novelist Johann von Goethe, "He who cannot draw on three thousand years, is living from hand to mouth" by primarily relying upon Jostein Gaarder's novel, "Sophie's World." No additional sources are used.

This 6 page report discusses Sigmund Freud and Friedrich Nietzsche and refers to how each used vast amounts of poetic imagery, analogies, and metaphor in their writing. Each captured the essence of what they had to say in a poetic framework that carried a certain amount of lyricism although both are likely to have denied such a thing. Nietzsche’s “Birth ...

This 5 page report discusses the philosophers Karl Marx (1818-1883) and Immanuel Kant (1724-1804). Simplistically reduced, Marx held to the pronouncement that all events are determined by economic forces. Marx was always well-aware that it was not the working class but the middle class that drove history along its ever-progressing path. Immanuel Kant believed individual thought to be the framework ...

This 6 page report discusses the ways that three of the world’s great philosophers have defined the meaning of both economic growth and well-being. Both Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas were deeply interested in human nature. Aristotle, of course, developed his thinking from the philosophical viewpoint and the means by which human nature is responsible for an individual’s actions, beliefs, ...

A 6 page paper which discusses what Rousseau and Schiller thought in regards to human nature. The paper discusses how it was they believed as they did and how they make use of their particular understanding. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the philosophical thoughts of Locke and Berkeley as they relate to such modern science fiction films as "The Matrix." The main focus of the paper is on "The Matrix," though mention is made of "Blade Runner" as well, and specific thoughts regarding the material world and existence, including Locke's views concerning primary and ...

This 5 page report discusses the work of American philosopher and political scientist John Rawls and his 1971 book, A Theory of Justice. In it, Rawls presents an alternative to the fundamental principle of political utilitarianism and keeps his thinking throughout the book within the parameters of the social contract beliefs and attitudes of John Locke, Jean Jacques Rousseau, and Immanuel ...

10 pages in length. The writer discusses Hume's desparaging opinion of the others philosophers' beliefs in relation to existence, oneness and matter. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the teachings of Martin Luther King, Mahatma Gandhi and Henry David Thoreau. Differences and similarities between the three are noted. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. Americans have long admired the spirit of individualism, which the resources of this nation have supported. There was a seemingly inexhaustible supply of land and wilderness to support a lifestyle apart from the conformity of established communities. But at the end of the twentieth century land is not endless ...

This 6 page paper assesses Kant's view on the assertion that one should do their duty. This paper assesses his views in the Goundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals, and considers the nature of Kant's arguments regarding imperfect and perfect duties. No additional sources cited.

7 pages in length. The other mind concept has long intrigued philosophers and scientists alike, inasmuch as it is an illusive notion. Indeed, to consider that there are other minds besides one's own is a theory that not only requires abstract thought, but it also demands that individuals look beyond their own myopic existence. ...

A 4 page paper which critically assesses the validity of Immanuel Kant's categorical imperative, which states that lying is wrong in all circumstances, including to protect a person whose whereabouts are being sought by a murderer. Specifically considered are arguments by Barbara Herman who defends Kant's position, and Christine M. Korsgaard who asserts that ...

A 7 page analysis and research paper that, first of all, focuses on the movie "Dead Man Walking," and then uses this as a springboard to discuss three moral theories, and the morality of the death penalty, in general. Bibliography lists 5 sources.