Academic papers on Classic Greek Philosophy

Plato and Rousseau: Related by Analogy
(5 pp) An "analogy" according to Mr. Webster, is an inference that if two or more things agree in some respects they will probably agree in others - a likeness between things that are unlike. In this discussion we will determine the...
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Aristotle/ On Pleasure
A 6 page research paper that examines the thoughts of Aristotle concerning pleasure and where it fits in considering the fundamental aspects of a happy life. The writer argues, referring to Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics, that Aristotle felt that...
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Plato and Rousseau: Related by Analogy
(5 pp) An analogy" according to Mr. Webster, is an inference that if two or more things agree in some respects they will probably agree in others - a likeness between things that are unlike. In this discussion we will determine the...
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Aristotle and the Good Stuff
(7 pp) One of the things, that seems to happen whenever we think of philosophy, is this perverse mental block that flings itself into the air, calling something similar to, "Danger! Will Robinson. Danger! Danger!" Many of us get stuck...
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Western Philosophy/Purpose and Meanings
A 5 page research paper/essay that examines Western philosophy. The writer discusses the perspective of Western philosophy and then argues, citing Aristotle as an example, that Western philosophy doesn
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Aristotle/on Ethics
A 7 page research paper/essay that investigates and explains what Aristotle's ethical theory. The writer offers analysis by several experts and analyzes how Aristotle's ethics differ from those of today.
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5th Century Greek Drama And Philosophy
It has been said that the first 'Great Awakening' occurred during the Classical Age of Greece, in 5th century BC Athens. This 5 page paper argues that, in fifth century Athens, the sharing of wisdom was accomplished through both drama...
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Ancient civilisations
A paper which looks at selected Bronze Age cultures, including Egypt and the Indus civilisation, and also considers the importance of ancient Greek thought to modern intellectual inquiry.
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GYGES
This 3 page paper discusses the parable given by Plato in his second book of the Republic. The moral point expressed by the story is given and supported with quotes from the text. A short synopsis of the story is given. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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WISDOM COMES ALONE THROUGH SUFFERING: A POSITION PAPER
This 4 page paper answers the question of how one gains wisdom, alone or with advisors, exampling the crises of Oedipus Rex and Job, the prophet. Quotes cited from the texts. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Ancient Roots of Western Cultural Heritage: Questions, Answers, Comparisons
This is a 30 page paper discussing various questions relating to ancient roots of Western cultural heritage. In regards to a review of ancient roots of Western cultural heritage, various philosophies, concepts, ideals, and political systems are...
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The Metaphysical View in Plato's Cave
This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of Plato's allegory of the cave from "The Republic". It shows how the allegory is linked both to rationalism and Christian thought. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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