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Arguments on the Existence of God
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A 6 page research paper that examines the position of eighteenth century philosopher David Hume concerning the existence of God in his Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion. The writer outlines the parameters of a cosmological argument for the existence of God and then summarizes the discussion in Hume's text, arguing that, while Hume shows that such an argument does not necessarily prove that God exists, it does not disprove it either. The writer then reconciles scientific theory with belief in God as a creator. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khhumgod.rtf

Aristotelian Good Life
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This 6 page paper presents a speech based on Aristotle's idea of the 'good life'. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KTaristn.wps

Aristotelian Virtue and Utilitarianism
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This 5 page paper compares and contrasts the two theories. An argument is made in support of utilitarianism, but both theories are explored. Several contemporary examples are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA121Ari.doc

Aristotle & Augustine/Religion & Ethics
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A 3 page essay/research paper that contrasts Aristotle's ethics against those of Augustine. Contrasting with these two extremes, contemporary philosopher William Frankena has sought to bring secular and religious moral philosophy into constructive engagement. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khariaug.rtf

Aristotle & De Tocqueville/Virtue & the State
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A 6 page essay that argues that Aristotle and Alexis de Tocqueville express similar perspectives relative to the importance of civic virtue and responsibility of the state in regards to the virtue of its citizenry. An examination of Aristotle's Nichomachean Ethics and Tocqueville's Democracy in America demonstrates that the state has a vested interest in the virtue of its citizenry, as democracy is predicated on the foundation provided by an informed citizenry. No additional sources cited.
Filename: kharitoc.rtf

Aristotle & Hume On Ethics
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A 5 page essay that compares and contrasts the positions of Aristotle (384-322 B.C.) in his Nicomachean Ethics and David Hume (1711-1776) in his Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals. The writer argues that each of these philosopher present two very different and contrasting views of the foundations for ethical reasoning. No additional sources cited.
Filename: kharihum.rtf

Aristotle & Plato on Art
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A 5 page research paper that examines the attitudes of Plato and Aristotle toward art. The writer argues that while they both made the fundamental assumption that art is a form of mimesis, the imitative function that is inherent in all forms of art provoked Plato's disdain, but provoked Aristotle's curiosity. An examination of their views demonstrates that Aristotle carried his philosophy of art beyond the concepts put forth by Plato. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khartmim.rtf

Aristotle and Adam Smith on Reason and Sentiment
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This 5 page report discusses the classical philosopher Aristotle and the 18th century British philosopher and economist Adam Smith and how their views on reason and sentiment related to what each perceived to be the nature of virtue. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWariada.rtf

Aristotle And Buddhism: Comparing Philosophies
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4 pages in length. Eastern and Aristotelian philosophy have long contradicted each other when it comes to many of the foundations of mankind's existence. One area in which they both share a common denominator, however, is with regard to leading a peaceful, benevolent and principled life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TLCAristBud.rtf

Aristotle and Human Origins
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A 4 page paper which examines Aristotle’s take on human origins. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAaror.rtf