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Plato’s Theory of True Knowledge
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A 3 page investigation of this premise of foundationalism. The author defines this theory, relating it to pure forms and the human soul. The contention is presented that indeed the intricate relationship between these constructs defines true knowledge. The investigation proceeds to consider the reliability of Plato’s theory in regard to our contemporary view of knowledge, a view which is often grounded in the sciences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Plato’s Views on the Inferiority of Democracy
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This 6 page report discusses the attitudes and philosophies of Plato as expressed in The Republic regarding the existence of democracy and its value to the state. Through the voice and persona of Socrates, Plato discusses the types of inequity that exists both in “governed” states and in individuals. He explains that such inequities or injustices are, in order: timocracy; oligarchy; democracy; and, tyranny. Bibliography lists one source.
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Plato, Aristotle And Machiavelli: How Machiavellian Philosophy Is More "Modern"
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5 pages in length. To discount the value of Platonic and Aristotelian political conjecture would be to disregard some of history's most insightful edict on the subject; that neither man's opinions have held true in modern civilized society, however, illustrates how myopic they were with regard to attitudes of political freedom and personal rights, two aspects that have proven paramount to the staying power of Machiavellian philosophy. Bibliography lists xox sources.
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Plato, Aristotle and the Idea of Beauty
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This 3 page paper examines Plato's and Aristotle's ideas of beauty. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Plato, Aristotle, and Justice
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This 6 page report discusses Plato’s examination of the nature of justice. It then considers Aristotle’s concept of differing types of justice. In any discussion or comparison of Aristotle and Plato, there are certain factors that it is important to understand. Philosophically, the works of Aristotle reflect his gradual departure from the teachings of Plato and his adoption of a new approach. Unlike Plato, who delighted in abstract thought about a supra-sensible realm of forms, Aristotle was intensely concrete and practical, relying heavily upon sensory observation as a starting-point for philosophical reflection. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Plato, Aristotle, and Machiavelli on Democratic Rule
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This 6 page report discusses three of the great contributors to intellectual reasoning and political thinking of all time. Their fundamental principles and points of view are discussed along with how those views apply to democratic rule. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Plato, Descartes And Camus: Philosophy And The Good Life
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3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses government, philosophy and the good life as they relate to Plato, Descartes and Camus. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Plato, Drama, and Lysistrata
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A 5 page paper which examines Plato’s perspectives of the arts and drama and then discusses how Lysistrata by Aristophanes fits in with those ideas. Plato’s Republic and Apology are cited. No additional sources cited.
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Plato, Virtue and Education
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A 5 page overview of Plato's views on virtue (arête), knowledge, and education. The author comments on the controversy surrounding Platonic thought in these areas. No sources are listed.
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Plato/Allegory of the Cave
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A 3 page essay that, first of all, offers a brief description of the life of Plato and his relationship to Socrates. Then, there is a brief synopsis of two readings, the allegory of the cave and Socrates' death scene Phaedo. Then, the writer offers a reaction response to the allegory of the cave, relating Plato's insight to contemporary experience. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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