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  • Philosophies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle

    Philosophies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle

    Philosophies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle The philosophies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle had different points of-view but they were also similar in some ways. For example, all three philosophers had their own thoughts on the subject of justice and government. Socrates belief on this matter was that democracy was an unwise form of government. He thought that the electing of the people was unfair justice. Plato had some of the same beliefs. He believed

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    Submitted: November 8, 2009 By: Janna
  • Camparison of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle

    Camparison of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle

    Socrates, Plato and Aristotle, all Greek philosophers, had relatively the same beliefs about man's relation to the State. Although Plato's political theory of the State was more rational than Socrates or Aristotle's, Socrates, Plato and Aristotle all believed that man was not self-sufficient; they believed man would be most happy living in a State and that all men wanted to live the “truly good life” where they could be in tune with the truth and

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    Submitted: December 24, 2009 By: Victor
  • Socrates, Plato, and Aristotels View on Happiness

    Socrates, Plato, and Aristotels View on Happiness

    What Is Happiness What is happiness, and how can one achieve true happiness? This is the ultimate question of life and what every person is seeking an answer to. Many feel that they have found their answer in belonging to the faith of their choice, but what is it that their faith teaches them that brings them happiness? The Philosophers Socrates, Plato and Aristotle all have a similar view on what happiness is and how

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    Submitted: December 21, 2009 By: Jessica
  • Plato & Aristotle

    Plato & Aristotle

    In these sessions, I have gained a better understanding of Aristotle and Plato's ideas and theories. Particularly, I have a specific interest in Aristotle and the notion of the two extremes and to aim towards the "gray or middle of the road". I also have an interest in Plato's theory regarding the just and unjust and the repercussions of their actions. Aristotle is trying to achieve that single point in which life is the best

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    Submitted: January 26, 2010 By: Wendy
  • The Mind: Aristotle Kant and Socrates

    The Mind: Aristotle Kant and Socrates

    Daniel C. Dennet said in A Glorious Accident that, "our minds--if you like-- [are] just as real as our dreams"(Kayzer, 37). The implications of this statement are substantial, for if this is true--if our minds and our consciousness are just dreams or the constructs of our brain, what we perceive, our memories, and our sense of reality are nothing more than illusions. Not only is this scientifically a valid statement, but it forces us to

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    Submitted: January 9, 2009 By: July
  • Aristotle’s Critique of Plato

    Aristotle’s Critique of Plato

    Aristotle's Critique of Plato Aristotle took a distinct path verging from the foundation of Plato's philosophy. In order to control society Plato used the noble lie, so people under the state wouldn't question their place in life. Aristotle, on the other hand, used the idea of "civic virtue of friendship" to create a sense of community. "For Aristotle, friendship is a virtue "most necessary for our life." Without friendship, life would be missing a major

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    Submitted: November 17, 2009 By: Edward
  • Philosophy В– Plato and Aristotle

    Philosophy В– Plato and Aristotle

    Aristotle goes into a great detail discussing the life and nature of the city-state as well as the divisions within in. Like everything else that exists, the aim of the city is that it is there for the sake of something good. The city is in existence to serve some good purpose and to make the lives of those who live within it (its members) better. The city has the character of completeness and is

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    Submitted: December 2, 2009 By: Fatih
  • Plato and Aristotle

    Plato and Aristotle

    To compare the political theories of two great philosophers of politics is to first examine each theory in depth. Plato is regarded by many experts as the first writer of political philosophy, and Aristotle is recognized as the first political scientist. These two men were great thinkers. They each had ideas of how to improve existing societies during their individual lifetimes. It is necessary to look at several areas of each theory to seek the

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    Submitted: December 17, 2009 By: Jon
  • Present and Discuss the Views Submitted by Socrates and Thrasymachius in the First Book of Plato’s Republic

    Present and Discuss the Views Submitted by Socrates and Thrasymachius in the First Book of Plato’s Republic

    In the first book of the Republic Socrates and Thrasymachus argue about the nature of justice. Thrasymachus claims that justice is the advantage of the stronger. He also claims that Socrates' arguments against that position stem from a naive set of beliefs about the real intentions of rulers, and an uncritical approach to the way words acquire their meaning. Present the arguments on both sides. Who do you think is right? Justify your position. In

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    Submitted: December 18, 2009 By: Mike
  • Aristotle Vs. Plato Learning Is Recollection

    Aristotle Vs. Plato Learning Is Recollection

    What alternative does Aristotle offer to Plato's claim that learning is recollection? Where would Aristotle locate the mistake in Plato's argument in The Phaedo? In his dialogues The Phaedo and Meno, Plato, through the form of Socrates, puts forth the idea that all learning is recollection. In The Phaedo, to prove that the soul is immortal, Socrates asserts the view that all learning is recollection and we simply need to be reminded of facts that

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    Submitted: December 22, 2009 By: Mike
  • Plato and Aristotle

    Plato and Aristotle

    Aristotle refutes Plato's Theory of Ideas on three basic grounds: that the existence of Ideas contradicts itself by denying the possibility of negations; that his illustrations of Ideas are merely empty metaphors; and that they theory uses impermanent abstractions to create examples of perception. Though the theory is meant to establish concrete standards for the knowledge of reality, Aristotle considers it fraught with inconsistencies and believes that the concept of reality depends upon all forms'

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    Submitted: January 11, 2010 By: Top
  • Plato and Aristotle

    Plato and Aristotle

    Plato describes a cave where people are chained up and can only see shadows cast on a wall. He parallels these shadows to the things that people see in the world around them, the materialistic reality that most people base their lives on. He parallels the chains to norms, customs, traditions, habits, etc. Plato believes that because people are so preoccupied with these shadows of the truth, they ignore the real truth. He parallels these

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    Submitted: February 5, 2010 By: David
  • Plato Vs. Aristotle

    Plato Vs. Aristotle

    Plato vs. Aristotle Socrates developed many theories in regards with the political issues. He passes these onto Plato and from Plato to Aristotle. Each time these political issues were passed on they changed. Plato and Aristotle lived in the fourth century, BCE. They were both great thinkers in regard to philosophy and both had wonderful views. They both had different views on politics and philosophy. Plato supports the higher forms (Gods) and Aristotle supports the

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    Submitted: March 5, 2010 By: Venidikt
  • Plato and Aristotle: Dispute on the Good

    Plato and Aristotle: Dispute on the Good

    Plato sees the Good as the ultimate form of being. In his book, The Republic, he goes into great detail about what exactly the Good is, as well as making analogies to build upon his theory of the metaphysical form of knowledge that everyone desires to achieve, which will allow them to reach the Good. He holds achieving the Good as a sort of nirvana, which all philosopher-kings, among anyone else, want to achieve. In

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    Submitted: March 27, 2010 By: July
  • Metaphysics : Plato Vs. Aristotle

    Metaphysics : Plato Vs. Aristotle

    What is real? Am I really alive? Is this really reality? These are just some of the questions metaphysics attempts to answer, as metaphysics is defined as "the branch of philosophy investigating what is really real" (Mitchell 24). Plato and Aristotle both had brilliant minds each in their own rights. They attempted to answer the questions of metaphysics, although, they both had different concepts of reality, this despite the fact that Aristotle studied under the

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    Submitted: April 10, 2010 By: Vika
  • The Mind: Aristotle Kant and Socrates

    The Mind: Aristotle Kant and Socrates

    Daniel C. Dennet said in A Glorious Accident that, "our minds--if you like-- [are] just as real as our dreams"(Kayzer, 37). The implications of this statement are substantial, for if this is true--if our minds and our consciousness are just dreams or the constructs of our brain, what we perceive, our memories, and our sense of reality are nothing more than illusions. Not only is this scientifically a valid statement, but it forces us to

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    Submitted: April 25, 2010 By: Jon
  • The Politics of Aristotle and Plato

    The Politics of Aristotle and Plato

    Philosophy truly began from the two ground-breaking philosophers whom we have come to learn and teach about, Aristotle and Plato. Based on their genius thoughts and ideas, they alone have sculpted the minds of millions of philosophers since their day and age. In addition, the "Politics" that are at subject were the widespread thought of Aristotle and Plate which have been written out. An example of their Politics included the matters of a state, such

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    Submitted: May 1, 2010 By: Mikki
  • Plato - Last Days of Socrates

    Plato - Last Days of Socrates

    Plato's Crito Plato's "Crito" is a dialogue between Socrates and one of his closest friends Crito. The entire dialogue takes place in Socrates prison cell, where he awaits execution. Crito visits Socrates before dawn in order to persuade him to escape from prison and flee to another city or country. Crito has made all the necessary arrangements to smuggle Socrates out of prison to safety. To Crito's despair Socrates seems quite willing to accept his

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    Submitted: May 30, 2010 By: Andrew
  • Compare, Contrast and Evaluate Plato and Aristotle on Human Wellbeing

    Compare, Contrast and Evaluate Plato and Aristotle on Human Wellbeing

    WHEN Socrates was sixty years old, Plato, then a youth of twenty, came to him as a pupil. When Plato was sixty years old, the seventeen-year-old Aristotle presented himself, joining the Teacher's group of "Friends," as the members of the Academy called themselves. Aristotle was a youth of gentle birth and breeding, his father occupying the position of physician to King Philip of Macedon. Possessed of a strong character, a penetrating intellect, apparent sincerity, but

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    Submitted: June 9, 2010 By: Tasha
  • Method and Madness - Education in Plato’s Republic and Aristotle’s Politics

    Method and Madness - Education in Plato’s Republic and Aristotle’s Politics

    Education is a central part of the establishment and continued advancement of any government, so it rightfully commands the attention of politicians, philosophers, and citizens who seek the betterment of their own community and state to this day. The debate around the topic of education is even more heated because everyone has had some type of personal experience with it—be it through state-sponsored schooling, private education, professional training, or attaining a general understanding of the

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    Submitted: June 11, 2010 By: Mike
  • Aristotle and Plato

    Aristotle and Plato

    Plato and Aristotle Plato and Aristotle Samantha Meador Rasmussen College Author Note This paper is being submitted on May 21st, 2017, for Cheryl Gunnaway’s G440 Political Thought. ________________ Plato and Aristotle Plato wanted people to reach full fulfillment in life. He wrote many books that featured his teacher Socrates. Among the books that Plato wrote, The Republic, The Symposium, The Laws, The Meno, and The Apology are some of the most known("PHILOSOPHY - Plato"). Plato

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    Submitted: June 19, 2017 By: Samantha Meador
  • Analysis of Plato's "the Allegory of the Cave"

    Analysis of Plato's "the Allegory of the Cave"

    Analysis of Plato's "The Allegory of the Cave" The moist air of the cave hovers in a homeostatic manner around the manТs conditioned skin. He sits, staring at the flat, cold surface of rock in front of him. Nothing that he sees surprises him. He just stares blankly at the recurrent shadows dancing in a dull glow. He is motionlessly caught in a state of a calm, content trance. The cold chains around his neck

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    Submitted: December 4, 2008 By: Victor
  • Aristotle on Tragedy - the Nature of Tragedy

    Aristotle on Tragedy - the Nature of Tragedy

    The Nature of Tragedy: In the century after Sophocles, the philosopher Aristotle analyzed tragedy. His definition: Tragedy then, is an imitation of an action that is serious, complete, and of a certain magnitude; in language embellished with each kind of artistic ornament, the several kinds being found in separate parts of the play; in the form of action, not of narrative; through pity and fear effecting the proper purgation of these emotions. Aristotle identified six

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    Submitted: December 4, 2008 By: Victor
  • Hamlet Analyzed in Terms of Aristotle's Poetics

    Hamlet Analyzed in Terms of Aristotle's Poetics

    Hamlet Analyzed in Terms of Aristotle's Poetics Aristotle's Poetics is considered the guide to a well written tragedy; his methods have been used for centuries. In Aristotle's opinion, plot is the most important aspect of the tragedy, all other parts such as character, diction, and thought stem from the plot. Aristotle defines a tragedy as "…an imitation of an action that is serious, complete, and of a certain magnitude; in language embellished with each kind

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    Submitted: January 11, 2009 By: Jon
  • Plato

    Plato

    Plato was a philosopher and educator in ancient Greece. He was one of the most important thinkers and writers in the history of Western culture. Plato was born in Athens into a family that was one of the oldest and most distinguished in the city. His father Ariston died when Plato was only a child. The name Plato was a nickname meaning broad shoulders. Plato's real name was Aristocles. Plato had aspirations of becoming a

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    Submitted: November 8, 2009 By: Kevin

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