The Life & Philosophy Of Socrates
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A 14 page paper on the life & philosophies of the classic Greek philosopher -- Socrates. Socrates' political activity, ideology, and sense of reason are described. His views on religion, law, etc.; are also explained and numerous works featuring this great thinker (i.e., those Plato & Aristophanes) are mentioned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Life of Socrates
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A 6 page paper which discusses the life of Socrates. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Philosophies Of Aristotle And Socrates
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A 5 page paper that talks about the different philosophies of Aristotle and Socrates. Specifically it discusses the philosophies of Socrates and how they differ from those of the Sophites, and the philosophies of Aristotle and his ideas on virtue.
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The Trial & Death of Socrates Analyzed
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This 5 page research paper explores Plato's documentation of the trial and death of his teacher, Socrates, in four dialogues, Euthyphro, Apology, Crito and Phaedo. Specifically explored are the political background of the trial, specific charges levied against Socrates, his answer to these charges, and concludes with an evaluation of his guilt or innocence. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Daniel Kolak’s “From The Presocratics To The Present : A Personal Odyssey”: Chapter Three
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7 pages in length. Daniel Kolak’s “From The Presocratics To The Present : A Personal Odyssey” chronologically describes the various events and theories that have effectively shaped the world’s various philosophies. The writer discusses how the author’s analysis and development in Chapter Three effectively captures the significant influence of such historically prominent theorists of modern philosophy as Descartes, Hobbes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Newton, Locke, Berkeley and Hume. No additional sources cited.
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Hesiod's View Of The Universe Compared To The Presocratic Philosophers
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This 5 page report discusses the differences in ancient views of the universe and compares Hesiod with presocratic philosophers. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Pre-Socratic Philosophy
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A 6 page paper which considers the pre-Socratic influence on philosophy, including the prominent philosophers Xenophanes, Heraclitus (and his impact on G.W.F. Hegel) and the anticipation of philosophical issues by Empedocles during a period which lasted from approximately 600-300 B.C. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Pre-Socratic Views On The Soul & The Cosmos
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A 5 page philosophical essay looking at the ancient Mesopotamian cultures' efforts to link the soul and the cosmos. Looks at ancient belief systems and analyzes questions regarding what the soul is and how it can be related to the cosmos. No sources cited.
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Oedipus Rex & the Book of Job/ A Comparison
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A 3 page analysis of the play, 'Oedipus Rex,' by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles and the Book of Job from the Bible's Old Testament. Both stories tell of men who were tested by divine forces. In two very different stories, both men eventually come to accept the inevitability of the will of the divine. They each come to the understanding that the will of the divine cannot be thwarted and that the only recourse available to them is resignation and obedience. No additional sources cited.
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