Philosophy Essay Examples and Topics. Page 8

However, it can be interesting to understand why the rest of the people are so afraid of death. People are afraid of the unknown.

As a rule, the process of reading used to be interpreted as interactive due to the unceasing process of drawing connections between a reader's perception of the represented ideas and the viewpoint conveyed in a [...]

For me, the most exciting thing to think of is the relationship between people and the world in which they live.

In the frames of this research on leadership as a practice, it is impossible to clarify what has been already known, what could be expected, and what lessons could be offered. It is a practice [...]

To understand the connection established by Aristotle between a good life and a rational one, it is first necessary to discuss the concept of good used in the Nicomachean Ethics.

The issues of proper and timely judgment, sound conclusions, and reaction to the received information can be found in the stories such as A Good Man Is Hard to Find by Flannery O'Connor and Young [...]

1 In the context of this essay, we present the concept of self-cultivation as the process of a human being acquiring new knowledge and using the same to inform his/her actions.

The revolution in science and the appearance of new technologies triggered a new wave of vigorous discussions about the possibility of the creation of a scientific approach that would help to extend the average human [...]

One of his most recognized works is "The Prince," a political treatise of the 16th-century Italy that is known to give the start to a direct conflict between the Catholic Church and scholarly doctrines.

When speaking on the topic of life, and the importance of vital values for oneself, one cannot avoid mentioning the era of enlightenment and the legendary German philosopher, Immanuel Kant.

The strong conviction in own rightness thus deprives of the opportunity to comprehend the vastness and beauty of life and to wonder.

However, the evolution of society and human thought resulted in the increased efficiency of cognition tools and the appearance of new ideas to describe the main regularities according to which the world and universe function.

To a large extent, Clarke's argument is based on the claim that every single truth is based on the fact that it must be true in the virtue of something that is quite distinct from [...]

However, the real issue here is whether the resources that are produced in the society can be shared equally among the members of the society because of the nature and orientation of people in the [...]

This state of awakening is the highest good that a human being can achieve, and all Buddhists are urged to aspire to achieve it.

To Karl, the key element of religion is that it is a human product."it is man who makes religion, not religion that makes man"; that it is a product of those in power, controlling production.

The aim of this essay is to explain the values on which the essay A Discourse on the Love of our Country is focused.

In the second article entitled Neoliberalism as Creative Destruction by David Harvey, the author is quite categorical that neoliberalism "is a theory of political economic practices". To begin with, it is apparent that the media [...]

For example, in the first paragraph, the narrator depicts the serenity that is characteristic of the city in the morning. As the story unfolds, the narrator delineates the reason behind the child's suffering, thereby giving [...]

The right to success is personal and largely depends on the determination of the individual these are the views of Alain.

He shows that the truth is the primary value in people's lives, and wrongful people do not have the right to live.

In the chapter, the author uses events in Socrates' life to argue against the stigma of unpopularity. Socrates' position is meant to offer consolation to the people who find themselves unpopular as a result of [...]

With this insight in mind, I turn to an analysis of various specific examples of individuals who are regarded as heroes as well as the ways in which the notion of a hero is usually [...]

The future of the Arab and Islamic world is dependent on the results of the battle between the teachings of al-Maududi and those of al-Ghazali.

Tian is one of the most important concepts in his teachings, and it symbolizes heaven. This story is about a disciple of Confucius asking Daoists for help that was later reported to the teacher.

The last example that is the most common comes in the form of residences being haunted wherein objects all of the sudden move for no reason, broken glassware appears, doors open and close, noises can [...]

Although Darwin seems to refute the religious claim on the origin of man, it is apparent that both religion and science share a common hypothesis that man has a distinct origin. Darwin is also concerned [...]

The article "The Problem of Evil and Some Varieties of Atheism" gives a powerful argument to support the ideas of atheism based on the existence of evil.

Excellent activities for a philosophy day event include debates and dialogues among people from different cultures and races, lectures about the connection between philosophy and culture, philosophical debates and discussions on self-reliance and individualism, and [...]

The other strength of deontology based on the thesis by Ross is the distinction of moral obligations of agents in any given action.

Kant's objection to the ontological argument stems from his view of the concept that a being that is conceived in the human mind, and which exists in the real world, is superior to an idea [...]

In his arguments, he emphasizes that since God is described to have power over everything that exists; he would not sit by and watch as evil deeds happen in different places.

It is the epitome of thinking and as it was described by the London times, "the great virtue of philosophy is that it teaches not what to think, but how to think".

The major theme of the passage becomes evident in Simplicio's first comment, and it is the contradictory nature of human understanding.

According to the rules by Jesus, there is no need of fixing rules to guide moral judgments because when people are guided by love for each other they do the right things.

The dialogue between Socrates and Euthyphro is focused on the definition of piety or holiness and is set up in a humorous and sarcastic tone.

Some claim that since clones are created in a laboratory with the help of specific tools and with the number of certain genes, they cannot be regarded as humans. In conclusion, it is necessary to [...]

Despite the proof that Nielsen provides for the fact that determinism and freedom can actually coexist and, moreover, complement each other, Nielsen makes it clear that the existence of moral luck defines the boundaries of [...]

Galileo utilized a number of scientific techniques to prove to the church that the earth was not the center of the universe.

Doing this is not always a smooth sailing all the way, much of the thoughts and beliefs one has, are usually fixed or definite by the time they get to adulthood.

On balance, it is possible to note that Nietzsche and Sartre both see morality as certain doctrine aimed at helping people live in the society.

For this reason, all men in the society are required to assist the authorities in the administration of the state. To a Confucian, the state is the guardian of every individual, and should be protected.

The concept ideas of the state of nature, law of nature, civil state and common good were discussed by Lock in his works.

The idea of fleeing the real world that is habitable in the thinking of man, to the desert preoccupied by fear, dangers and uncertainty refers to the need for independence of the spirit.

Epicureanism constitutes an interdependent system that harbours the following views: the main purpose of human life as being the achievement of happiness as a result of absence of physical "pain and mental disturbance"; empirical approach [...]

Hobbes' school of thought believes that the political authority is sovereign to the populations, thus should remain obedient and fearful to the authority in order to enjoy the services of the ruling class.

Religious leaders also pray for the body and the soul of the dead but lay a lot of emphasis on the soul.

To be at peace with one's self is to know that what does not belong to you is not yours and that way you people will not have to quarrel over issues in life. A [...]

For instance, one is to keep in mind that the so-called ontological vision is recognized to be one of the most reliable arguments, which proves the existence of the Sole Supreme Being.

During the 17th century, Thomas Hobbes proposed the idea the idea of "state of nature" in his writings called the leviathan.

It is very important to know and to apply a philosophical life in our lives in order to have a divine life and the better understanding of what life really is.

In particular, Diotima deliberates on the concept of love and refers to other related notions, such as wisdom, knowledge, truth, and divinity to define the place of love in the material world.

In 1986, Szamosi delved into the subject again this time round detailing how the perceptions of space and time developed from earlier attempts of primitive life forms to understand their world to become the modern [...]

The theological claim that the nature and purpose of humanity precedes the human creation and existence forms the basis of Sartre's description of the human condition.

Everyone, including the leaders was under the umbrella of proper morals, which he said, was the linen from which the peace of the country was to be made.

Popper emphasis that the entire scientific enterprise is common and natural, by giving the examples of the exploits of a Copernicus or Einstein, which to him make a better reading than those of a Brahe [...]

He makes out the poor application of rhetoric as a style and the incoherence of ideas in the body of the anecdote.

The test for universal acceptance involve: determining the agent's maxim; imagining that everyone in the same position as the real-world agent observed that maxim; deciding if there is any contradictions generated from the maxim; if [...]

Socrates and Euthyphro show that the application of justice in different societies is not always fair. Plato's arguments are ambiguous because they do not offer a rational basis about how religion can be used to [...]

Geertz's and Weber's argument is that religion influences the actions of various group members because it is larger as compared to the actions of any individual in a group.

In a way, this contradicts his above reasoning that if there is no one to experience the loss of good life, then the absence of suffering and realization is not bad at all.

Adding determinism to free will, Ayer broke completely new grounds in philosophy by stating that there are three conditions that are required for making a choice fully based on the principle of free will in [...]

He argues that for an individual to understand about the existence of God, the concept of the artisan has to be applied at which man has to appreciate art in order to appreciate the products [...]

The meaning derived when integrity is viewed in this perspective is purity and how intact a thing is. In such analysis, the integrity of a person is viewed in two perspectives.

The doctrine of stoicism is also prevalent in the book, a philosophy that he was deeply fascinated in and applied in his solving daily challenges in life.

Later on at the age of eighteen, he moved to Athens to study and this became his home for the next twenty years, after which he moved to Asia after the death of Plato where [...]

The generation of wealth is the collective duty of every member of the society, and rules of justice only seek to enhance the ownership and distribution of these resources.

The major difference between good morality and bad morality according to Nietzsche is that good morality is connected to nobility and bad morals are linked to the common man and simplicity.

Therefore, it is important to first respect the rights of others, as according to the letter of the law, and then to promote one's beliefs in a non violent manner in order to promote democratic [...]

The free-will defense as a response to the logical problem of evil will also be covered in the essay as well as how the free-will response demonstrates the existence of evil to be logically inconsistent [...]

According to him, the motive behind an action is the one that makes the action to be deemed as right or wrong.

Since perception is as a result of stimulation of the senses, and the senses only give us the appearance of objects not there reality, then it is wrong to consider perception to define knowledge.

The question of whether there is a supreme being behind the existence the universe is a one that has confounded many people to date.

Kant's moral philosophy holds that the final result of an action has no value; the value of an action lies on the motivation behind it.

The ethical approaches of the Utilitarian and the Kantian perspectives both examine ethics. This concern is not on the Utilitarianism schedule, which implies that from Kantianism perspective, Utilitarian morality is an amazing mixture of ethical [...]

Proverbs and Ecclesiastes are two primary sources of wisdom reflecting principles and rules to live by. Proverbs and Ecclesiastes are two sources of wisdom that provide valuable lessons and rules by which to live.

Simple ideas are basic and elemental ones derived directly from impressions. The association is the mental operation that connects ideas and relates them to one another.

Thus, Kant believes that just as Copernicus changed the understanding of the universe by positing that the observer and the Earth are moving rather than the observed stars.

This statement is the subject of serious debate in philosophy and reflection on the nature of the goodness and inviolability of the human soul.

The author tries to extend schools of thought by reducing the limits and avoiding creating new barriers for Chinese philosophy from the Western thinkers' side.

She understands the issue of effort and grace as a tension between gi and i, in which the root cause of the problem is the prioritization of the latter over the former.

The central theme of "Chapter I: The Prejudice of Philosophers" in Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil concerns the rejection of traditional worldviews and morality as instruments of restricting the power and potential of human beings.

In conclusion, it should be noted that An Absurd Reasoning is an example of a work that, after reading, makes a person think about the meaning of life.

One of the main focuses of Sartre's essay is exploring the importance of human freedom and responsibility. Sartre's essay presents a compelling argument for the importance of individual freedom and responsibility.

Thus, it is essential to observe the changes in the concept and description of kalokagathia in the works of Socrates, Homer, and Euripides.

As a result, for thinkers of the Enlightenment, the development of order both in thought and action was considered a requirement for societal advancement and fulfilling their goal of a sane and enlightened society.

Mill saw the ideal approach in the philosophy of utilitarianism, where every action is right if it leads to the community's well-being. Mill emphasizes the importance of considering the utility issue in determining the meaning [...]

In conclusion, I agree with Camus that people ought to defy the absurdity of life head-on by embracing our absurd freedom and taking ownership of our own lives.

For instance, she finds it difficult to accept her grandfather's aging and frailty, so she clings to the walking stick he gave her as a child to preserve his memory.

Spinoza's theory of substance monism, which holds that God or Nature is the sole substance in the cosmos, is one of the most important concepts he develops in The Ethics.

According to Oishi and Westgate, meaningfulness is the quality of being full of meaning or having a deep sense of purpose and satisfaction.

Although people argue that one has the free will to choose and make the right decision, a psychological disturbance may alter an individual sense of reasoning.

Therefore, to achieve financial success, it can be helpful to adopt a growth mindset that supports development and learning, and to believe that opportunities for success depend on effort and continued learning.

The action must be taken responsibly, in a nonviolent manner, and with the moral conviction that the law is intrinsically unfair.

He is motivated by what he believes to be a noble goal, the preservation of life in the universe, and his actions are a manifestation of that belief.

Im Yoonjidang was also known for her critiques of the Confucian system. Im Yoonjidang was a prominent female thinker of the Joseon Dynasty, recognized for her forward-looking ideas on gender equality and intellectual independence.

Thus, through the conversation with the politician, Plato delivers his ideas about the qualities that make a great statesman and the art of statesmanship.

The concept of the good life has been debated by philosophers for centuries, referring to a life that is fulfilling, happy, and valuable.

Coates's focus on the collective experience and the wisdom of common involvement allows for a more collective approach to understanding the world.

Additionally, the film offers an intriguing perspective on the nature of human values and the principles of truth. The impact of my conception of human nature is that it enables people to better understand their [...]

What makes someone a person is the ability to breathe, feel, and think, and the display of such capacities is not universal but rather unique to every mortal.

By comparing and contrasting Descartes' view with David Parfit's and Gilbert Ryle's objections, the essay will argue that Descartes' knowledge of being a thinking thing is limited and that his approach to knowledge acquisition is [...]

Kant argued that the Enlightenment was an individual process that required freedom of thought and expression and a collective effort to achieve.

The mind is the sole guarantor of one's existence and thinking, whereas the body has no elements grounding it in fundamental truth.

The first element on which the concepts of Locke and Rousseau are based is the state of freedom. In exchange for this safety, people would consent to forfeit some of their freedom and submit to [...]

To prove the absence of instincts in a person, it is necessary to clarify what is meant by the basic concept of instinct.

Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle are widely considered the fundamental figures of Western philosophy, immensely impacting people's perception and understanding of the world.

The idea of the philosopher is also explained in The Matrix, where the human mind is not connected to the Matrix and is identified as a separate reality.

To become unrestrained, one has to find the meaning of the astonishingly coordinated workings of the cosmos and the no less fantastic miracle that is human.

The introduction of the "Evil Deceiver" raised the problem of the two worlds that Descartes created God and the Evil Deceiver.

He would argue that philosophy is a way out of this cave and the path to understanding oneself and the truth about the universe.

Kant was able to identify the core of the moral struggle in the realm of individual awareness in the conflict between duty and inclinations, urges, desires, and urgent aspirations through the methodological distinction of the [...]

Therefore, I disagree with the statement that 'there is no such thing as good and evil.' There is a fundamental aspect of good and evil because they are universally recognized and practically useful, and evil [...]

However, Thoreau disproved the social contract idea and asserted that our responsibility to obey the law is based on people's commitment to act by their conscience.

The flaw in Rand's assertion resides in her assumption that all individuals possess a uniform understanding of what is necessary for their survival and the significance of values.

It forces individuals to confront the inevitable reality of death and dying, a subject many of us instinctively shy away from.

In the realm of medicine, fire is the drive that propels us to innovate, heal, and improve. However, if this passion is not tempered with compassion - a deep sympathy and concern for the suffering [...]

The moral value of an action must be determined by an imperative mandate that operates in the context of the universal value of the action for society and the fact that it is the norm.

Ultimately, the decision to lie or not to lie is a personal moral determination that should be made with careful consideration and integrity.

Consequently, a thinking thing is an individual capable of deep reflection, thoughtfulness, and creativity, with the capacity to doubt and make clear conclusions. However, the question of what we are remains open and subject to [...]