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Religion and the Principles of Immanuel Kant

In twelve pages the moral doctrines articulated by German philosopher Immanuel Kant are related to principles of Catholicism and U...

Good and Evil Differences in Genealogy of Morals by Friedrich Nietzsche

In five pages this paper examines how in Genealogy of Morals philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche examines the differences that exist b...

Morals, Morality and Ethics

The writer discusses the moral and ethical positions of several philosophers including Ayer, Smith, Mackie, Socrates and Glaucon. ...

Happiness and the Existentialism of Friedrich Nietzsche

In five pages this paper examines what conditions the German philosopher established pertaining to the human need for happiness as...

Socrates and Odysseus

is less important than the conversation which takes place, and since the two individuals are from periods in Greek history several...

Aristotle & Hume On Ethics

this sentiment and states that it is good when each individual realizes their talents and abilities to their fullest. Speaking in ...

W.D. Ross and the Philosophy of Pleasure and Pain

a world in which there is much pleasure but the people are vicious, unless they derive pleasure from viciousness, which seems to b...

Moral Liberalism, Moral Communitarianism, and Moral Relativism

it is not necessary that everybody feel compelled or obligated to do so. Moral Communitarianism The philosophy and scholarship of...

History and Testing Measures of Intelligence Theory

is supplemented by innate elements of the intellect (DeLouth, 2002). This theory keyed into the nature-nurture debate. Skipping ...

THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF RAWLS' THEORY OF JUSTICE

1) Opportunities need to be open to all, regardless of background, birth or social class; 2) The best decisions for society...

Human Perception, Hume, Descartes, and Berkeley

In five pages human perception and the theories connected with it are examined and then the perception theories of this trio of ph...

Rawl's A Theory of Justice Opposed by Amartya Sen

This 3 page paper provides an overview of Rawls' 'A Theory of Justice," as well as a popular rebuttal from philosopher Amartya Sen...

Ethics: Utilitarianism

the greatest happiness of the greatest number is the foundation of morals and legislation" (Jeremy Bentham, 2006). This simple co...

Ethics, Tanox, Novartis, and Genetech

drug called Xolair. The problem is that while TNX-901 had proven effective in trials, Xolair had not, especially against peanut al...

Legal Representation for Clients with Questionable Morals

This paper explores the problems that can occur when attorneys realize moral differences between them and their clients. ...

Adolescent Moral Development

In eleven pages this paper examines adolescent moral development in a consideration of Lawrence Kohlberg's stages, systems theory,...

Development - Self-Appraisal

but otherwise, they are content with companions or short-term relationships. Erikson identified love and affiliation as outcomes...

Moral Philosophy and Evolutionary Theory

for existence in which the fittest members of a varying population survive, reproduce, and pass on their traits to the next genera...

Theoretical Comparison of John Stuart Mill and Immanuel Kant

exists where half of the population is in ecstasy while the other half are totally miserable, this would not be desirable under th...

Philosophers and Their Weak and Strong Theories

In six pages this paper discusses the strengths and weaknesses of various philosophical theories with the utilitarianism of John S...

Political Theory of Jewish Philosopher Moses Maimonides

the context of a modern society. Certainly, today Maimonides instruction to beat wives who neglect their wifely "duties" would not...

Content and Process Based Motivation Theories

relationship (Armstrong, 2009, p320). Process theories place an emphasis on the differences that are found in employees, and inste...

Contrasting Views Expressed by Edmund Burke in Reflections of the French Revolution and by Thomas Paine in Rights of Man

only sector to benefit from Burkes totalitarian stance is that of the feudal elite (Paine PG). And if one is to be informed and i...

Liberty According to Jean Jacques Rousseau and John Locke

In five pages this paper contrasts and compares these philosophers' perspectives on liberty based upon Rousseau's First and Second...

Life and Works of Korean Philosopher T'oegye

In eight pages this Korean philosopher's life, works, and legacy are examined. Four sources are cited in the bibliography....

"Human Freedom and the Self" by Roderick Chisholm: An Argumentative Essay

Professor Chisholm's argument and counterargument are presented in a paper of 6 pages that ultimately supports the philosopher's c...

Meditations on the First Philosophy by Rene Descartes and 'Freeing the Mind'

In five pages this paper examines the French philosopher's text as it explains his approaches to recognizing knowledge that is 'tr...

Ritual and Law in the Writings of Mencius, Han Fei, and Confucius

The ways in which Chinese philosophers' views of human nature influenced how the perceived the interrelationship of rituals and la...

Philebus by Plato and Pleasure

In five pages this paper discusses Philebus by Plato in terms of how it represents the philosopher's views on pleasure. Nine sour...

Concepts of Julien Offray de La Mettrie and Immanuel Kant

de La Mettrie - Mental Activity In "Man a Machine" (1748), de La Mettrie says: "Let us start out then to discover not...