Discipline: Philosophy

Explain and summarize Aristotle’s Nichomachean Ethics. Do you think it is a valid ethical system? Why or why not?Explain and summarize Aristotle’s Nichomachean Ethics. Do you think it is a valid ethical system? Why or why not?

Description:  Every student in Phil. class is required to write a philosophy paper, minimum 1000 word count. The title page must include your total word count for your entire paper. This includes the entire content of your paper, from title page to cited source page.  It is to be double spaced, 12 font Times New Roman, […]

List the similarities of these religions and explain the similarities. List the differences between the religions. Describe the differences between the religions.List the similarities of these religions and explain the similarities. List the differences between the religions. Describe the differences between the religions.

In our society we are familiar with the three great monotheistic religions, Christianity Judaism and Islam. These three faiths have much in common, but also major differences. Not surprisingly, adherents of these three faiths have often been in conflict with each other, though they often try to find enough common ground where they can peacefully […]

comparing and contrasting the fundamental beliefs and practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism.comparing and contrasting the fundamental beliefs and practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism.

You are to write an essay comparing and contrasting the fundamental beliefs and practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. The purpose of this assignment is for you to demonstrate your understanding of what it means to practice each these faiths.   Your essay must be 3-4 pages, double-spaced, in 12-point font.    I will be evaluating your […]

What is the natural law and why does Aquinas think that we ought to obey it? What is the relation between the natural law and the practical law of a particular country?What is the natural law and why does Aquinas think that we ought to obey it? What is the relation between the natural law and the practical law of a particular country?

Please use those references  “Summa Theologica” by Thomas Aquinas – Aquinas extensively discusses natural law and its relation to divine law and human conduct in this seminal work of Christian theology.  “On Law, Morality, and Politics” by Thomas Aquinas – This collection of Aquinas’ writings includes discussions on natural law theory and its […]

Demonstrating the Independent Existence of an External World: Locke, Berkeley, and DescartesDemonstrating the Independent Existence of an External World: Locke, Berkeley, and Descartes

Consider this question: can we demonstrate the independent existence of an external world? That is, can we show that material objects exist apart from our experience of them?  First, explain Locke’s distinction between primary and secondary qualities and show how Locke uses this distinction to answer this question. Go into detail. Next, explore Berkeley’s criticisms of Locke’s […]

From Middle-earth to the Underworld: The Universal Journey of the Dark Night of the Soul in Literature.From Middle-earth to the Underworld: The Universal Journey of the Dark Night of the Soul in Literature.

Throughout the canon of literature, the theme of spiritual crisis, despair, and renewal has been a recurring motif, often symbolized by the metaphorical journey through the “Dark Night of the Soul.” This concept, first articulated in the mystical poetry of St. John of the Cross, encapsulates a period of intense suffering and inner turmoil that […]

Philosophy of art persuasive essay- on either Friedrich Nietzsche on Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral Sense or Expressiveness by Susanne LagnerPhilosophy of art persuasive essay- on either Friedrich Nietzsche on Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral Sense or Expressiveness by Susanne Lagner

The paper is a persuasive essay of 8-10 double-spaced pages on an article or book chapter of your choice that is on the syllabus. You must defend or refute the author’s argument (not both) using examples of art from any medium.  The introduction should have exactly four sentences: an introductory sentence; an identification of the […]

Philosophy of art essay- Friedrich Nietzsche on Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral SensePhilosophy of art essay- Friedrich Nietzsche on Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral Sense

The paper is a persuasive essay of 8-10 double-spaced pages on an article or book chapter of your choice that is on the syllabus. You must defend or refute the author’s argument (not both) using examples of art from any medium.  The introduction should have exactly four sentences: an introductory sentence; an identification of the […]

A PURGATORY OF CONSCIOUSNESS FROM TRAUMA TO PURIFICATION: AFRICAN AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHY FROM 1840 TO THE PRESENTA PURGATORY OF CONSCIOUSNESS FROM TRAUMA TO PURIFICATION: AFRICAN AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHY FROM 1840 TO THE PRESENT

Please edit this bibliography in MLA format and elucidate any paragraphs related to the thesis in the annotated bibliography section. The abstract and thesis are below for reference. 12 font Times New Roman double-spaced.   Abstract In this dissertation, I examine how Black individuals have been historically represented and perceived through the medium of photography. I […]

How does Aristotle’s understanding of happiness challenge current mainstream understandings of happiness? Explain how Aristotles vision helpful and why?How does Aristotle’s understanding of happiness challenge current mainstream understandings of happiness? Explain how Aristotles vision helpful and why?

Prompt: How does Aristotle’s understanding of happiness challenge current mainstream understandings of happiness? Explain how Aristotles understanding is helpful and why. I have attached the PDF you can use for reference if needed (ONLY BOOK 1 and 2 found from pages 1-29 are necessary if needed) Attached is also the rubric for the essay. The final […]