Philosophy Essays and Term Papers

faith.â This topic, for the sixth philosophy debate, is one that has been argued for centuries, yet increasingly in recent years. With cultures and societies changing views on religion arguments on whether or not a meaningful life has any connection…

After learning about all the major theories of philosophy, I think that I like the Feminist theory the best. The only real "working" explanation of the feminist theory I found is the one where Feminist Ethics is said to be an attempt to revise,…

way. This is not because of morality's bestowal to happiness, but because of the intrinsic value and significance of morality. The basic principles of morality are principles of practical reason; and these basic principles of practical rationality…

forms, is based, more than anything, in man's "instinct" of imitation. Tragedy, which Aristotle regards as a superior form of drama, is a particular type of this imitation which follows specific formulas in order to achieve its goals. Tragedy "is…

the existence of God but rather an argument as to why one should believe in the Christian God. It may seem like a good idea but in my opinion Pascal fails to make a valid argument. In the following essay I will present a summary of "The Wager" and prese…

of these statements more accurately expresses the truth about personal identity? When considering the content of the question there are two questions which must be considered before an adequate conclusion can be found; what really and…

duties, utilitarian ethics too keen to override basic human rights. Deontology and utilitarianism are both types of ethics referring to how one reacts in a certain situation. Deontology is based on following a set of duties and sticking…

It is a common notion that the social sciences, as it were, are inferior to the natural sciences when it comes to being a "science". Some sects in the society even questions the credibility of the claim of the social sciences that they are indeed…

is a right to respect as an equal. It has the following characteristics: (1) it can be lost, (2) it is single and indivisible, (3) in order that the right be retained the individual must follow certain rules (the honor code), and (4) there is at least…

today" holds very important in this fast pacing world where time is a very important factor and I fully agree with the statement. The main reason for me to believe in this statement is a small but very significant word 'time'. Time is a very precious…