Aristotle’s “Nicomachean Ethics” and Abortion with Comments from David Hume
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This 8 page report discusses the issue of abortion and applies Aristotle’s thinking from The Nicomachean Ethics, as well as some of David Hume’s thoughts on utilitarianism. Aristotle was convinced that the chief purpose of any individual is the faultless evolution and expansion of his or her true nature; therefore, it must be discovered particularly within the complete acknowledgment and attainment of his or her greatest capability, which is, in Aristotle's view, reason. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Views of Plato, Aristotle and Aquinas
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This 9 page paper compare the views of Plato, Aristotle and Aquinas as they relate to man's pursuit of the best life, the contrast between good and evil and the pursuit of knowledge of the divine. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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John Stuart Mill vs. Aristotle / The Concept of Character
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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 Aristotle's 'Politics' and 'Nicomachean Ethics.' Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Aristotle's Views On Slavery
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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 and economic world of the Greeks. This 5 page paper examines Aristotle's views on slavery. No additional sources cited.
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Was Socrates Truly 'Guilty' ?
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In this 8 page critical paper, the writer debates the guilt or innocence of Socrates in terms relative to his society, his political realm and himself. The writer argues that by the definitions put forth by the Athenian democracy, Socrates was rightfully charged and convicted of the crimes of heresy and immorality. But it must be noted that in Socrates terms, terms that defined him as a political and social teacher, Socrates was not guilty of any crime and was unjustly tried. The writer cites sources from Plato to Taylor, in an attempt to debate both sides of this issue. In determining guilt or innocence, the author presents the argument that Socrates may not have faced a just jury trial. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Confucius and Socrates: Rule of Propriety
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A 5 page exploration of Confucius' concepts of the 'rule of propriety' and 'man of humanity'. Defines these concepts and uses the work of Socrates to reiterate Confucius' contention that social well-being requires adherence to the rules of propriety. No additional sources are listed.
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A New Version of Plato's 'Apology' -- Defense of His 'Republic'
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A 15 page paper which poses a new version of Plato's Apology, in which he, and not Socrates, stands accused, this time, of political treason and religious subversion, and for using his writings to explain and justify the necessity for total revolution. Plato serves as his own defense attorney, while Aristotle acts as prosecutor and charges are based upon the evidence provided in Plato's The Republic, in which authoritarian rule and loss of independence are justified. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Aristotle & The Democratic Government
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A 7 page paper that explores the Athenian Constitution, Aristotle's 'Politics,' and other writings. The writer analyzes Aristotle's 'natural' state as a growth out of the family ideal, and posits that Aristotle's views of democracy miror today's views of same. The paper presents Aristototle's arguments against Socrates' recommended form of government, and comments that, although democracy is a valid form of governance, contrary to Aristotle's 'order' and perfectability of the state, the good of it is that 'order' under democracy has not been achieved in 3000 years. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Comparison Between Socrates’ View of Love in Plato’s 'Symposium' With Contemporary Idea of Love
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A 6 page paper which compares Socrates’ view of love, as interpreted by Plato in 'Symposium,' with the contemporary concept of love. After critical evaluation, the two viewpoints are then integrated into an example of an ideal of love, which is probed through supporting and opposing arguments. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Conception of Life and Death According to Socrates, Aristotle & Plato Analyzed
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This 6 page research paper examines how the concept of death fits in with the meaning of life in light of the classical Greek philosophers Socrates, Aristotle and Plato. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Fictitious Report From A Juror On The Trial Of Socrates
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A 5 page paper discussing the trial of Socrates from the perspective of one of the Athenian jurors in his trial. The imaginary 'Spirulinus' discusses his view of the trial and his role in deciding the fate of Socrates. Bibliography lists three sources.
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If Socrates Wanted To Live, How Would He Have Argued ?
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In this 5 page narrative essay, a section of Plato's 'Apology' is completely re-written to change Socrates' indifference towards his accusers and a death sentence .. into a plea for life. In doing so, the writer had to keep Socrates' own philosophy and mannerism in mind-- pretending, in- effect, to be a younger version of the Greek philosopher. Very strong points are made. No Bibliography.
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If We Were All More Like Socrates
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This 5 page report discusses what the world would be like if we were more like Socrates. How would things differ? Would it be a better world? Why or why not? Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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In What Way Does Socrates Exemplify Virtue?
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In 5 pages the author discusses the ways in which Socrates exemplifies virtue. 'While making reference to two of Plato's dialogues, the following question: 'The concept of virtue in the Platonic dialogues is very closely connected with the idea of 'excellence'. Keeping this in mind, and given what Socrates says about virtue in the dialogues, in what way or ways does the philosopher exemplify virtue?' is answered.' Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Knowledge versus Myth: The Greek Philosophers
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5 pages in length. Discusses work by Aristotle, Socrates and Plato and their thoughts on the worthiness of knowledge and logic as opposed to the beliefs associated with myth or superstition. The great philosophers of ancient Greece were very steeped in the science defining the world. They found no place for the unknown, that is, the belief in those things that could not be seen, felt or proven by scientific means. Today’s beliefs in things unseen would seem foolish in their eyes. Not content to blindly believe in that which he could not prove, Aristotle was considered one of the greatest thinkers of all time. We know that Aristotle was a great proponent of science and he believed all things could be explained with a scientific idea. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Meno: A Discussion of Virtue
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6 pages in length. The Meno is comprised of a discussion between Socrates and Menon regarding virtue and in particular whether or not virtue can be taught. The dialogue takes place between Menon, Socrates, a slave of Menon, and Anytos. It is generally agreed upon that virtue is knowledge, and being such, that knowledge can be taught. Virtue, then, should be able to be taught. But even this brings about a perplexing argument. If virtue is indeed knowledge, and knowledge therefore can be taught, that would mean that there would be both teachers and learners of virtue. This is a compelling look at an intriguing philosophical question. Bibliography lists one source.
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