Academic papers on Philosophy

A Philosophical Defense of God's Existence
This 8 page paper discusses the presence of God in the world despite the evil that exists in the world. The argument is based on philosophical arguments rather than religious, and draws on both classic philosophical thought and contemporary theory....
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Existence of God Analyzed
This 8 page research paper examines the philosophical inquiry into the existence of God. Specifically evaluated are the positions held by two opposing philosophers, Roman Catholic theologian Thomas Aquinas, who asserted that God exists, and...
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The Existence Of God / Philosophical Arguments
This 20 page research paper assesses the age-old philosophical question on whether or not God exists. Specifically discussed are arguments presented by such theologians and philosophers as St. Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, Rene Descartes, G.W. Leibniz,...
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Negative Consequences of Ren
A 2 page paper which examines how the mind-body dualism of Ren
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Spinoza's Notion Of God & The Link Between God And Nature
This 7 page paper considers Spinoza's perspectives on the notion of God and the existence of God in defining an understanding of man's existence in nature. This paper also considers the arguments of Spinoza as they are in direct conflict with the...
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God Does Exist
This 10 page essay addresses the question of God's existence. To prove that He does exist the writer cites numerous philosophers who have written on the issue as well as more recent articles regarding the existence of God. As one of the sources...
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National Philosophy Day: Plato, Descartes and Wittgenstein on Proving God
A 6 page paper developed around the hypothetical declaration of
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Comparative Philosophy / Blatchford vs. Stace & Hempel vs. Pierce
4 pages worth of philosophical essays comparing the theories of Blatchford with those of Stace on various issues concerning freewill, existence, determination, etc; Theories of Hempel and Pierce are discussed as well. No Bibliography.
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Essays in Philosophy / God & Nature of Man's Soul
3 pages worth of philosophies concerning God's existence and the validity of Western bible myths/stories. Also examined are the nature of man and his soul. Discussed are the applicable theories of Aristotle, Descartes, and Hume. No Bibliography.
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David Hume On Miracles
A 12 page paper that considers Hume's arguments about miracles and the importance of his findings on the essence of religious thought. This paper demonstrates that Hume's argument not only suggests that there is no way of proving the testimony of...
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David Hume
In 5 pages the author counters David Hume's claim that God does not exist. "The conclusive evidence that exists all around proves that God does indeed exist. Hume has examined the evidence of God and has turned a blind eye to it. He has made up...
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David Hume's 'An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding' vs. Immanuel Kant's 'Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals'
A 5 page paper which examines the differing views of the foundation of moral judgment offered by David Hume in An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding and Immanuel Kant's Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals. After both arguments are...
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Descartes v. Hume
A 5 page paper that explores Descartes' linear deductive reasoning versus Hume's composite theories based on cause and effect with regard to human nature. The writer argues that Descartes view was based on reasoning and his view is undermined by...
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David Hume's Views on Reason & Sentiment in Moral Judgment
This 9 page research paper examines British philosopher David Hume's impressions on the roles of reason and sentiment in making moral judgments. Specifically considered will be an assessment of Hume's conclusion that morality is a concept more...
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The Nature of 'Self'
A 6 page research paper and analysis that examines the question: 'Does our existence precede our essence?' The writer argues that it does not and substantiates this argument with quotations from Descartes, Hume, Locke and Kant. Bibliography lists 4...
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