Aristotle's Philosophy of Natural Change

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   07/01/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « Aristotelian causes; The final cause; Conclusion; Bibliography. Aristotle s Philosophy of Natural Change Aristotle was born into a privileged family because his ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Aristotle's view on transient properties. Inner driving force. Distanced observation. Aristotelian causes. The final cause. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Aristotle's teleology and the doctrine of the four causes

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   06/09/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « All natural things come to be as they do either always or usually, whereas no result of Readings in Ancient Greek Philosophy: From Thales to Aristotle. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The standard for scientific knowledge. Overcoming the problem faced by previous philosophers . Proposing the conception of reality. The first level of explanation. Aristotle's four causes . Conclusion. Works cited....»

Thinking about schools: A philosophical assessment

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   06/02/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « different schools of thought in philosophy, pragmatism and are often more helpful, natural, familiar, friendly such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, who lived ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The need for a new philosophy of education. Theoretical framework. Pragmatism. Reconstructionism. A Proposal to rescue the public schools. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Syncretism and identity: Finding I – Thou in historical dialogue

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   06/25/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : « Aquinas forged a unity between theology and philosophy as a way to synthesize Augustine and Aristotle. of Hellenism with its focus on natural reason, theology ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Distinction between faiths and cultures. Meaning of anxiety, tension, and syncretism. Overview of Judaic roots against syncretism. Historic dialogical tensions in early Christianity. A brief study of modern Western missiology. Relating...»

The depiction of Biblical women in the letters of Abelard and Heloise

History & geography   |   Ancient history   |   Term papers   |   05/10/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : « That he dies of natural causes seems like an accident of are the founding conceptual frame for much of mainstream Western philosophy since Aristotle. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Heloise's response to Abelard . Jephthah's daughter. Wetherbee's interpretation . Heloise's wicked women. The Ethiopian woman. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Socialization of African American males

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   06/02/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « different schools of thought in philosophy pragmatism and these are often more helpful, natural, familiar, friendly as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, who lived ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theoretical framework. Pragmatism. Reconstructionism. Agents of socialization. Rap music. Black barbershops. Public schools. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Juno: What's good for you?

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Term papers   |   06/10/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « It s about living fully in the natural colors of the world in sync with the Western breakdown of psychology, philosophy, morals, ethics. Works Cited Aristotle. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. What is the meaning of philosophy of achievement in the Western world?. A review of contemporary American cinema. How Hollywood works?. An overview of American lifestyle. Juno: The film's plot. The movie talks of abortion as...»

Niccolo Machiavelli

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Machiavelli was influenced by the ideas of Aristotle and Plato in an education in Scriptures or natural laws, both Political Philosophy: From Plato to Mao. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Machiavelli.. Early life.. Concern with study of political reality using history or interpretations.. The Prince: Advice for a good prince.. Princes must know the art of war.. A prince must 'commits himself'.. Choosing between being...»

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