Hi all – I am hoping this page can be resourceful to you, whether you’re reviewing for exams, writing papers, or are just curious about philosophy and… Read more “Welcome”
Lessons in Argument
Philosophy: Thinking in Slow Motion What is an argument? What has to present in order for something to be an argument? (1) OPEN QUESTION (or the ability… Read more “Lessons in Argument”
Some Metaethics
The Foundations of Morality The Problem: Is it possible to come up with a moral theory that is absolutely universalizable, independent of social position, race sex, etc.? What… Read more “Some Metaethics”
Aristotle (Nicomachean Ethics) and Nietzsche
Aristotle: Nicomachean Ethics Eudaemonia Defined as happiness, living well flourishing. It is that thing which we desire for itself and not for any other end. It is… Read more “Aristotle (Nicomachean Ethics) and Nietzsche”
Hume and Rousseau
Hume: “Reason is and ought to be the slave of the passions.” Why?? P1) Reason cannot tell us what we value P2) Reason can help us pursue… Read more “Hume and Rousseau”
Mill, Bentham, and Kant (Utilitarianism and Deontology)
Utilitarianism: Act always as to promote the greatest good for the greatest number of persons. (i.e. The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few… Read more “Mill, Bentham, and Kant (Utilitarianism and Deontology)”
Metaphysics and Epistemology
An Overview of Metaphysics and Epistemology (case study tips and philosopher buzzwords at the bottom of this page) DIRECT LINK: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1A1I3DhY0M8FNzdTYX32a4p6hg_Wg0EiOxB7f6Juqyzk/edit?usp=sharing BUZZWORDS @ THE BOTTOM How… Read more “Metaphysics and Epistemology”
Personal Identity, Mind/Body AND Free Will
Below is a powerpoint formulated to help you understand the concepts of Personal Identity and theories of Mind and Body: Don’t stop yet! Here’s the slides… Read more “Personal Identity, Mind/Body AND Free Will”
Justice and Politics
Here’s a powerpoint on Justice and Politics. Enjoy!
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