Vlastos, Gregory. “Was Plato a Feminist?”, Times Literary Supplement What are some of the major contributions of Plato, Socrates and Aristotle? Why do you think we still focus on their ideas today (in philosophy classes)? Please support your information with references and explain their ideas in "plain English" rather than using phrases from Wikipedia or elsewhere those don't really explain what the ideas mean. Three Athenian philosophers flourish in Greece from 470 B. C. until 320 B. C
Words: 1014 - Pages: 5
Response to the Questions on Pages 51-52 1. There are several legal issues in producing and selling video games. In many countries including the USA, nudity and violence in video games are restricted. Such games can be sold as adult product. However, in some countries including Taiwan and Mexico there are fewer restrictions connected with video games. Ethical issues may also arise as some people may be upset about nudity; moreover, much violence in video games may cause psychical problems when
Words: 967 - Pages: 4
Identification of the Ethic Ethics can be defined as a reflection of rules and norms, virtues and role models that give orientation to human decisions. The supreme aim of moral action thereby is to lead a good and decent life individually as well as in community (Gabriel, 2013, p.98). I chose Love as my ethic because I agree with Fletcher in that it is the most powerful and important force on earth. Love can move mountains, for the better or the worse. Love is the most important force in
Words: 1389 - Pages: 6
1) I thought that this chapter was going to surmise that arguing is a pointless thing and I thought the chapter was going to go on to explain what arguing is. What I learned later on in the chapter is that arguing is an actual skill. There are different points of view to arguing and different styles of arguing. 2) What is the truth? What is the ideal type of government? How can one establish a personal hierarchy of values? My example would be when students begin reading at two instead of
Words: 425 - Pages: 2
person can accept a truth, but that they are to accept the truth presented to them at the moment, knowing that later on it will change because of new data. Analytic Philosophy seems to be the hardest to explain as there is no set rules for how this is used, it seems as if analytic philosophy is the combination of different philosophy teachings. I wish I understood the exact meaning more, that analysis of language and uses, but after reading this over, and over again. I still have no more of a clear
Words: 392 - Pages: 2
RUNNING HEAD: PHILOSOPHY 1 Thinking Critically: Philosophies of Life Michele Brown Eastern Nazarene College East Meets West Western Philosophy and Globalization CP 290 August 15, 2013 PHILOSOPHY
Words: 770 - Pages: 4
going wouldn’t be considered good will because I would be getting some sort of pleasure or reward out of attending the show. You should feel no emotions other than “you must do this because it’s your duty.” The Function of Reason: Kant’s moral philosophy is largely grounded on practical reasoning. Kant believes that “Human reason is by its nature architectonic.” Meaning that reason allows us to identify grounds behind every truth. Generality helps explain the way things are by grouping things together
Words: 924 - Pages: 4
It is normal to underestimate the power of philosophy. It is a social science that has lost influence in the 21st Century because many do not understand how this science can help humans achieve true happiness. Though philosophy is a heavy subject, it is the science with the most results regarding human nature and knowledge. Philosophy offers guidance to understand human behavior as well as to question our presence and our real role in society. It is one of the leading social sciences because many
Words: 1195 - Pages: 5
Euthyphro by Plato Essay Porsha Jones PHI208 February 03,2014 Megan McLaughlin Socrates is accused for corrupting the young Athenians and not believing in the Gods and is facing trial. Socrates requests that Euthyphro teach him the meaning of piety, when he finds out that Euthyphro is persecuting his father for being impious. Euthyphro gives off attributes instead of the nature of piety. Socrates refutes Euthyphro's responses and persuades him to agree
Words: 940 - Pages: 4
What Role Does Philosophy Have in my Life? In many circumstances individuals consider Philosophy to be a very abstract field, but what exactly is Philosophy? Philosophy studies the basic nature of existence, of man, and of man's relationship to existence. What we must question is, would one be better off with or with out Philosophy? I consider that one should live a life with Philosophy. Philosophy consists of questioning man’s relationship to existence; if man does not question existence, are we
Words: 836 - Pages: 4
