The Theory of Relativism: Protagoras' Doctrine of Subjectivism
An ancient Greek philosopher's theory that challenges objective truth, emphasizing individual perspectives on reality.
Modern Philosophy
Athenian Democracy and the Limits of Popular Participation
Athenian Democracy's influence on shaping modern democratic systems, exploring its characteristics, limitations, and relevance to contemporary ideals.
Cultural Conservatism and Political Reaction: A Philosophical Analysis
An examination of cultural conservatism and political reaction through a philosophical lens, exploring their relationship in ancient Greece, modern America, and beyond.
The Emergence of Sophism: A Critical Examination
An intellectual movement in ancient Greece emphasizing human knowledge, skills, and utility, with critics arguing for objective truth.
The Philosophical Legacy of Democritus
Democritus' philosophy emphasizes reason, observation, and naturalism, influencing Western thought and laying groundwork for later schools like Epicureanism and Stoicism.
The Origins of Atomism: Leucippus and the Foundations of Democritean Thought
An introduction to the concept of atomism, its significance in Western philosophy, and the key figures and intellectual movements that shaped this idea.
The Indestructibility of Substance: A Philosophical Legacy
The concept of substance was introduced by Parmenides, positing that certain fundamental substances are indestructible and unchanging. This idea has had a profound impact on Western philosophy, addressing the tension between change and persistence through time.
The Use and Meaning of Proper Nouns in Language
A philosophical analysis of proper nouns and their meaning in language, examining Parmenides' argument, Plato and Aristotle's challenge, and the role of context.
A Balanced Approach to Philosophical Study
A guide to key arguments, concepts, and thinkers in Western philosophy, covering its history, debates, and influences.
A Survey of Metaphysical Hypotheses
A comprehensive guide to various metaphysical hypotheses, their implications, and historical development.
The Enduring Value of Ancient Greek Thought
Exploring key concepts, figures, and schools in ancient Greek philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, logic, and skepticism.
The Philosophical Significance of Mathematics
Mathematics has a profound impact on philosophical thought, shaping ideas about truth, time, and reality through mathematical concepts like exact truth, ideal vs. sensible objects, eternalism, rationalism, and God's thoughts.
The Geometric Influence on Philosophy and Scientific Method
An exploration of how geometric concepts have shaped philosophy and scientific method, from ancient Greece to modern times.
The Pythagorean Conception of Numbers
The Pythagorean school's views on numbers as fundamental building blocks of reality, their relationships, and mathematical expressions had a lasting impact on Western philosophical thought.
Aristotelian Origins: Mathematics and Metaphysics
Exploring the historical development of mathematics and its relationship to philosophical ideas, from ancient Greece to modern times.
The Evolution of Values: From Pythagorean Ethics to Modern Society
Exploring the evolution of values from Pythagorean ethics to modern society, examining key thinkers, concepts, and historical events.
The Two Faces of Ancient Greek Thought
Ancient Greek thought was not a unified entity but had two distinct tendencies: spiritual/mystical pursuits and empirical/rational inquiry.
The Interplay between Science and Spirituality
Exploring the intersection of scientific inquiry and spiritual exploration, from ancient Greece to modern philosophical debates.
The Tension Between Prudence and Passion
The Tension Between Prudence and Passion explores the fundamental aspects of human experience, debating the role of reason and emotion in shaping our lives.
Tensions Between Discipline and Liberty
Philosophers debate discipline vs liberty, exploring their impact on politics, ethics, and human experience.