Utilitarianism uplifts ‘the greatest happiness principle’ and asks us to measure the consequences of our actions above all else. But then the next question arrives, who and what counts as consequential, especially as we consider large-scale problems such as climate injustice? In one of this week’s readings, philosopher Kyle Whyte reflects on the stories we […]
The notes and the text discuss WD Ross, a philosopher in the first half of the 20th century who was a moral pluralist. He believed that there were 7 basic moral duties.Ross said that he knew that there were just these seven moral duties based on reason. Do you think he missed any moral duties? […]
For this final assignment, imagine you are a philosopher like Kant, Aristotle, and the rest, and create your own philosophy of work. Assignment- Write an essay of 3–4 pages in which you describe your philosophy of work, including in the essay the activities you completed earlier in the week. With and introduction, subtitle, 2-3 typed, […]
1.Does Plato believe man is good or evil, and how do you know? Be specific. 2.What does he do to prove his point as a philosopher versus an essay writer? Be specific about at least 2-3 differences. 3.How might this look or be organized differently if it were an essay? Be specific. Make certain you […]
Choose a particular scientist/natural philosopher and investigate the relationship between science and religion in the context of this figure.
Description Identify intelligently what resonates with you. Please use only the two-part documentary on philosopher Immanuel Kant. And engage in a meaningful way with the two videos. Thank you:)
Description They usually start with a summary of a current event, then provide cultural ideas relevant to the matter at the hand and includes citations for each source. journal articles no more than five years old Choose a recent news events or pop culture trends related to societal change to analyze. And choose a topic […]
Detail video of more instructions. The video was too big to post on here so I uploaded it on youtube. The link below is needed to watch. There will be two 2,000 (+/- 10%) word essays. The aim of the writing assignments for this class is to get you doing philosophy. Philosophical writing is argumentative. […]
Comparative Analytical Summary: Walter Benjamin’s chapter, “A Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction” and Karen Stanworth’s essay, “Insight of Visual Culture” As always, your introductory paragraph sets the stage for your readers. Acknowledge both authors with a brief reference such as professor, author, philosopher. Acknowledge the respective essay and chapter that you […]
What is a miracle? Choose one of our readings on this topic to answer the question. Do you think that a belief in miracles, as you have defined it, is necessary in Judaism? Consider at least one objection to your view. The readings are uploaded. No outside citation. The paper should be written double-spaced using […]
