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The Problem with the Lying Promise
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This 5 page paper looks at several philosophical points of view and concludes that the lying promise is usually a bad idea. A case study for analysis is provided. Kantian ethics and utilitarianism are discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA215lie.rtf

The Process of Justification: An Evolving Phenomena
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A 6 page discussion of the process and concept of justification. Contends that justification is in essence the presentation of evidence or facts which support our views or beliefs. This "evidence" or "fact" varies considerably, however, according to what arena it is presented in. Justification, when used in the more regulated areas of our lives, can be quite elaborate and scientific. Other more challengable forms of justification can be based simply on societal precedence or religious belief and philosophy.
Filename: PPjustif.wps

The Propositions Of Saul Kripke
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Within the field of philosophy there is a secondary domain that aligns itself with semantics as a way of examining and understanding the world. Semantics is generally thought to belong to the same basic genre as symbolic logic. This 5 page paper explores the relationships between necessary truth, contingent truth, 'a priori' knowledge and 'a posteriori' knowledge. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: KTkripke.wps

The Pros and Cons of Abortion
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A 5 page paper which examines the issue from the liberal perspective of Mary Anne Warren and the conservative view of Professor Don Marquis. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGpcabor.rtf

The Purpose of Government
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This 5 page paper debates issues regarding the purpose of government. The thesis of the paper is that the correct purpose of government is to protect life, liberty and property. Several controversial issues are touched on such as abortion and gun control. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA250gov.rtf

The Purpose of Life and Personal Fulfillment
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This 5 page paper uses the views of historical figures and philosophers to debate such questions as "Why are we here?" and "How can we fulfill ourselves"? Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: HVPurLfe.rtf

The Purpose of the World According to Kant
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This 4 page paper looks at Immanuel Kant's ideas about the world's purpose. Intrinsic knowledge and morality are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA319wld.rtf

The Reasons Thomas Hobbes Believed That Sovereign Power Must Be Absolute
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Thomas Hobbs, the 16th century British philosopher argued that sovereign power should be absolute. This 5 page paper looks at why Hobbes argued for this extremity of power to be held by the state or the monarch. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEhobbesov.rtf

THE RELATION OF THEORY AND OBSERVATION IN THE EMPIRICAL SCIENCES
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This paper compares Rene Descartes with Francis Bacon's ideas on the empirical sciences. Basic overview of both philosophers is offered as well as weaknesses and strengths of their theories. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MBemsci.rtf

The Relationship Between Craving and Suffering in Indian Philosophy
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A 4 page examination of how craving is addressed in Indian philosophy. The author reviews the four Noble Truths as well as the eight meritorious thoughts in completing this examination. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPindCrv.rtf