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Papers On Classic Greek Philosophy
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Non-Relative Virtues in Aristotle
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A 5-page paper examining Martha Nussbaum's argument about the relativity of virtues in "Non-Relative Virtues: An Aristotelian Approach." Argues that some Aristotelian virtues are more applicable to this argument than others. Lists 3 sources.
Filename: kharis.wps
OBJECTIFIED LOVE: PLATO’S SYMPOSIUM
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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.
Filename: MBplnluv.rtf
Objective Essay on Aristotle’s “Posterior Analytics”
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A 5 page paper which examines how rationalism is presented in this philosophical text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGrationpa.rtf
Odysseus and Socrates
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A paper which looks at the topics which might be covered in an imaginary dialogue between Odysseus and Socrates, including the search for moral truth, the development of Greek political theories and the role of the hero-king.
Filename: JLodsoc.rtf
OEDIPUS AS ARISTOTELIAN TRAGEDY
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This 4 page paper compares the play Oedipus Rex to the tragedian form of Aristotle. Examples given, quotes cited from texts. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MBaristpl.rtf
Oedipus: Motivation For Character Actions
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses why certain characters act in certain ways, addressing such issues as fate, free will and heroism. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLCOedps.rtf
One Classic Argument from The Crito
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This 3 page paper examines the idea of breaking the law and why that is immoral. A quote from the classic work is included. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA825crt.rtf
Parmenides’ Argument on “What is”
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A 5 page paper which summarizes the Greek philosopher’s argument, considers a criticism of the soundness of Parmenides’ reasoning, explaining the position of agreement or disagreement, compares this view with the atomism of Democritus, and explains if Democritus could accept Parmenides’ argument and its conclusion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGparmen.rtf
Parmenides’ Cosmos
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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.
Filename: MHParmen.rtf
Parmenides/Early Greek Philosopher
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A 10 page research paper that offers an analysis of the theories of Parmenides concerning the nature of the universe. The writer discusses how his theories are laid out in a didactic poem "On Nature," and then discusses their history and relevance. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khparm.rtf
PERCEPTUAL BLOCKADES AND CRITICAL THINKING
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This 4 page paper discusses the definition of logic, critical thinking and the blockades which can impede critical thought. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MBlogic.rtf