Plato and Aristotle, A Definition of Virtue
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This 6 page paper looks at the continuity of thought within the discourses of Plato and Aristotle in relationship to the concept of 'virtue.' Bibliography lists five sources.
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The Originality of Aristotle
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This 7 page paper examines Aristotle's theories in light of other philosophers who came before. An emphasis is placed on the philosopher's theories concerning metaphysics and nature. His ideas about inanimate objects, the soul and the existence of God are included in the discussion. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Aristophanes' 'The Clouds' / Socrates & Strepsiades
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A 3 page essay in which the writer describes the inferior intellect of Strepsiades and discusses Socrates' impatience with him. Also discussed are the significance and symbolism of the Clouds themselves with relevance to Socrates' attempts to teach Strepsiades. No other sources cited.
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Plato's 'Symposium' / Socrates and Aristophanes on Love
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Aristophanes and Socrates' perspectives on love and demonstrates the contrasting perceptions that design Plato's own concepts of love. No additional sources cited.
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Plato's Apology / Aristopanes' Clouds
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The trial and death of Socrates has been documented in the writings of his admirer and student, Plato. In Apology, Plato gives an account of the trial of Socrates before the Athenian court. Socrates has been charged with corrupting the youth, not believing in the Gods of the City and changing his religious alliance to other, new divinities. This 5 page paper compares the presentation of Socrates by Plato with the Socrates of Aristophanes and asserts that by simply denying that he has corrupted the youth, asserting that he has a personal oracle to which he gives allegiance and invalidating his belief in the Gods of Athens by believing that he can prove the oracle of Delphi wrong if he can find a person who is wiser than he. Socrates, by his own defense, or lack thereof, shows himself to be guilty of the charges. No additional sources cited.
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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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