Philosophy papers

An analysis of Max Weber's "Protestant Ethic" on the ideals of capitalism and the American division of classes.

A comparison of John Stuart Mill's view of morality based on utilitarianism and John Rawls' theory of justice.

An examination of U.S. philosopher Jerry Fodor's theory of functionalism, and its criticism by David Chalmers.

A discussion of the 18th-century Scottish philosopher Thomas Reid's approach to the theory of knowledge.

This paper looks at and argues against the Buddhist idea of compassion as being compatible with the doctrine of non self.

An analysis of the Russian neuropsychologist Aleksandr R. Luria's notions of human conflict, as discussed by G. Eilam in his work, "The Philosophical Foundations of Aleksandr R. Luria's Neuropsychology."

A look at some of the unifying factors of the Hindu religion.

An historical and philosophical overview of Buddhism.

This paper analyzes the definition and application of justice.

Describes the way that logical, creative thinking can trigger the idea of the tape measure space elevator.

A critical assessment of Kelly James Clark's essay, "Without Evidence or Argument: A Defense of Reformed Epistemology."

A discussion on "Meno" by Plato.

Analyzes the relationship of belief and emotion as presented by philosophers of cognitive science.

A look at WV Quine's philosophy on the subjectivity of epistemological truth.

A discussion on the views and scientific theories of Francis Bacon.

This paper looks at the capabilities and the possible uses of the global positioning system (GPS)

This paper examines H.W. Heinrich's pyramid theory as related to aviation safety.

An examination of the extent to which religion might be valuable in solving the world's problems today.

A defense of David Hume's copy principle.

Looks at the concept of language-games from the perspective of Ludwig Wittgenstein, Sigmund Freud and Paulo Virno.

This paper discusses the gradual shift from Aristotle's cosmology beliefs to those of Newton.

An examination of the concept of the fine tuning of the universe and the anthropic principle according to the theory of the inflationary model.

This paper analyzes the book 'God in the Wasteland' by David Wells.

An examination of Homer's seemingly contradictory views on war in his work, "The Iliad."

This paper explores the morality of an act of theft that will result in saving a person's life.

A discussion of the views of Plato, Descartes, Hume and Nietzsche with regards to anti-rationalism versus rationalism.

A comparative analysis of Plato's, Descartes and David Hume's theories of knowledge.

An examination of what is meant by a personal code of ethics, what it typically contains and why it is important.

An exploration of the major social themes in Khalil Gibran's work, particularly the plight of impoverished Syrians.

A comparison of the perspectives offered by Dante Alighieri's "Inferno" and Aristotle's "Nicomachean Ethics" on human nature, goodness and morality.

An overview of the three main areas of philosophical inquiry.

This paper explores the morality of military bombs that kill civilians versus the morality of suicide bombing.

An analysis and comparison of D. Harvey's "The Condition of Postmodernity" and M. Hammer and J. Champy's "Reengineering the Corporation: a Manifesto for Business Revolution."

An examination of the arguments for and against the existence of God.

An examination of deism in the 18th century.

A discussion of philosopher Susan Wolf's "Happiness and Meaning: Two Aspects of the Good Life."

Describes Jean Watson and her important nursing theory, which she called the theory of caring.

A discussion of the spiritual discipline of silence.

This paper looks at the controversial issue of euthanasia and argues that it should be permitted in some instances.

An analysis of the morality of the actions of Robert Latimer, the farmer who actively euthanized his cerebral palsied daughter.

This paper provides an argument against abortion using the Kantian criterion of duty.

This paper looks at the controversy over who discovered calculus and provides an explanation of why the honor should go to Isaac Newton over the claim of Gottfried Leibniz.

This paper provides a full account of Immanuel Kant's metaphysics and its further implications.

This paper argues against Samuel Huntington's thesis of an impending civilizational clash.

This paper argues that a violation of nature is impossible, but that miracle usually encompasses the highly improbable, and in this sense must be admitted.

This paper assesses how far Immanuel Kant is successful in overturning Humean skepticism and thus restoring faith in metaphysics.

The paper looks at Immanuel Kant's views and discusses the consideration of free will as leading to the concept of duty.

This paper discusses the link between the scientific and religious modes of enquiry.

This paper explores the covert value-system of Western science.

This paper discusses the topic of monstrosity in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and looks at the impending catastrophe inherent in modern science and technology.

Reviews the life and philosophic writings of religious historian Mircea Eliade.

A discussion on how Plato, Aristotle and John Stuart Mill influenced the author's teaching philosophy.

An analysis of Bernard Lonergan's ethical theory in light of the Rawls-Habermas debate and Charles Taylor's book "Malaise of Modernity".

A critical review of Gregory A. Boyd's book "God of the Possible: A Biblical Introduction to the Open View of God."

An examination of the philosopher Charles Taylor's book "Malaise of Modernity," comparing it with the ideas of John Rawls and Jurgen Habermas.

A paper on the cultural milieu that builds Augustine's understanding of Scripture and God.

A look at some modern "proofs" for God's existence.

This paper looks into the issue of stem cell research and discusses whether scientific advancements in medicine outweigh the controversial ethical decisions being made in embryonic stem cell research.

A discussion of the debate between John Rawls and Jurgen Habermas regarding the incompatibility of different comprehensive doctrines.

This paper looks at the stream of consciousness in Laurence Sterne's work 'Tristram Shandy'.

Discusses the liturgical spirituality of St. Basil the Great.

An analysis of "Book Seven: The Creation of The Man's Soul" from "The Literal Meaning of Genesis," by Augustine.

An examination of the underground man in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel,"Notes from Underground," and the way in which he has evolved in works by other writers.

An examination and comparison of the approaches of three theologians, Augustine, Anselm and John Calvin, to the theme of salvation.

A comparison of three distinct approaches to the proofs for the existence of God, as set forth, respectively, by Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, and Emanuel Kant.

An analysis of Saint Thomas Aquinas's arguments for the existence of God according to "Summa Theologica".

A review of James Gustafson's book "Protestant and Roman Catholic Ethics."

An analysis of the dominance of perceived power structures
as seen in Jean-Paul Sartre's "No Exit" and "The Flies".

This paper discusses the issue of medicine and the treatment of diseases in ancient Rome.

This paper looks at the vestal virgins discussing that they were considered very powerful women in Roman times.

An analysis of how Socrates relates wisdom to virtue.

This paper provides a comparison of ancient Greek and Egyptian religion and rituals.

This paper looks at the concept of certainty, while discussing the
theories of John Locke and David Hume.

A look at what we know of Socrates from the writings of his student Plato.

This essay looks at Immanuel Kant's aim in the work 'Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics' and discusses how Kant attempts to overcome Hume's skepticism regarding metaphysics.

This essay looks at Christopher Marlowe's play "Doctor Faustus" and discusses the link between secular knowledge and black magic.

A comparison of the Marquis of Condorcet's and Karl Marx's views of a utopian future.

A refutation of the claim that it is possible to have morality without religion.

An outline of the differing conceptions of natural law held by the philosophers Thomas Hobbes and John Locke.

An analysis of Voltaire's "Letters Concerning the English Nation."

The paper describes the experiences and conclusions of one individual's visit to a Buddhist temple.

Argues that Aristotle's ideas on politics and the state are far more advanced than Plato's.

Compares and contrasts the ideas of the British philosophers, Thomas Hobbes and John Locke, regarding human understanding, and describes their influence on political ideology.

A review of Rene Descartes' philosophical work, "Meditations."

An analysis of John Locke's views on knowledge acquisition, as discussed in his "Essay Concerning Human Understanding."

The paper examines the subject of using animals for research purposes.

Summarizes the philosophy of David Hume.

This paper looks at evangelistic strategies in contrast to strategies in the modern world.

This paper looks at the importance and the integral role of religion and the Buddhist faith in Tibet.

A review of Martin Heidegger's philosophical work "Being and Time," and his explanation of the relationship between death and Dasein.

This paper looks at the physics aspect of pushing a pencil and at the energy involved in the act.

This paper examines why the West is mainly secular and the developing world mostly religious.

This paper looks at prayer as a type of communication and discusses its place in the religious life of a Christian.

An analysis of how mindfulness can be used in cognitive therapy.

A critical review of the American philosopher Thomas Nagel's work, "The Possibility of Altruism."

This paper discusses in what ways the success of the system of education developed by the Society of Jesus was due to innovations and in what ways due to its re-use of elements from traditional education.

A discussion on the evolution of Plato's ideas on metaphysics and epistemology.

An overview of the philosophical principles of Taoism.

This paper looks at the film "The Truman Show" directed by Peter Weir and focuses on the issue of reality.

This paper reviews the book "Responses to 101 Questions on God and Evolution' by John F. Haught.