The Optimal Size of States: A Philosophical Inquiry
This article examines the concept of state size, its historical development, and its ongoing relevance in modern international relations.
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The Concept of Citizenship in Ancient Greek Thought
An exploration of Aristotle's Politics and its implications for modern understanding of citizenship, property ownership, and the role of honor in determining individual status.
The Size of the State: A Philosophical Inquiry
A philosophical inquiry into the optimal size of a state, exploring the balance between self-sufficiency and constitutional government through the lens of ancient Greek thought.
The Nature of the State: A Critical Examination
Exploring Aristotle's philosophy on the nature of the state, foreign conquest, and the distinction between means and ends.
The Tyranny of Governance: A Philosophical Exploration
Aristotle's discussion of tyranny offers insights into the mechanisms by which absolute power is maintained, highlighting differences between tyrants and kings.
The Elusive Concept of Proportionate Justice
Aristotle's concept of proportionate justice is central to his discussion on aristocracy, but faces challenges due to the subjective nature of virtue and its relationship with wealth.
The Conflict of Oligarchs and Democrats in Aristotle's Political Thought
Aristotle's work on revolutions explores the conflicts between oligarchs and democrats in ancient Greek city-states, revealing insights into the causes and consequences of political instability.
The Evolution of Democratic Theory: A Comparative Analysis
Exploring the evolution of democratic theory through comparative analysis of ancient Athens and Rome, highlighting key figures, debates, and mechanisms that have shaped our understanding of governance.
The Nature of Good Government
Aristotle's theory of good government emphasizes the importance of ethics in governance, prioritizing the common good over individual interests.
The Conflict Between Plato's Communism and Aristotle's Private Property
Philosophical debates on communism vs private property in ancient Greece, highlighting Plato's ideal society and Aristotle's defense of individual ownership.
Plato's Utopia: Critique by Aristotle
Aristotle critiques Plato's Utopia, arguing that it would lead to loss of individual freedom and diversity.
The Evolution of Attitudes towards Interest: A Philosophical Analysis
A historical analysis exploring how changing attitudes towards interest have been shaped by major intellectual and cultural movements.
The Concept of Usury in Philosophical Thought
Exploring the concept of usury through philosophical thought from ancient Greece to modern times, examining debates around morality, power, and economic growth.
The Nature of Wealth and Trade
Exploring the scholastic perspective on the nature of wealth and trade, including key concepts, figures, and debates in the medieval period.
The Politics of Slavery in Ancient Greece
Aristotle's Politics explores the institution of slavery in ancient Greece, examining its connection to societal hierarchy, natural inferiority, and just war.
The Concept of the State in Aristotle's Philosophy
An introduction to Aristotle's concept of the State, its purpose, and significance in achieving eudaimonia, with a focus on its historical context and relevance to modern societies.
Aristotelian Notions of Human Nature and Social Order
Aristotle's philosophy emphasizes the importance of cultivating virtues and living in accordance with reason for achieving eudaimonia, or a life of happiness and fulfillment.
Aristotle's Politics: A Source of Enduring Principles
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how a philosophical view emerged, what it claims, and why it matters today.
The Limits of Aristotle's Ethics
This article critiques Aristotle's Ethics, arguing that it neglects human emotions and relationships in its focus on reason and virtue development.
Aristotle's Conception of Justice: A Comparative Analysis
A comparative analysis of Aristotle's conception of justice, exploring its differences from Kant's and Bentham's views, and examining its implications for our understanding of social hierarchy and individual rights.