The Emergence of Cynicism: A Philosophical Movement
A philosophical school in ancient Greece that emphasized living in accordance with nature, rejecting conventional social norms, and promoting self-sufficiency.
Philosophy of Nature
The Concept of Phusis in Aristotle's Physics
Aristotle's concept of phusis explores the internal principle of motion that governs growth and development in living things, with implications for understanding natural phenomena and the relationships between form, matter, potentiality, and actualization.
Aristotle's Unity of Metaphysics and Ethics
Aristotle's metaphysical theories imply a deep connection between his views on ethics and the nature of reality, influencing the development of virtues and character traits in humans.
The Doctrine of Matter and Form in Aristotle
Aristotle's central concept of matter and form explains how things change and develop through the addition of form to potential matter.
The Atomistic Theory of Democritus
A comprehensive guide to Democritus' atomistic theory, exploring its development within ancient Greek philosophy, key concepts, and implications for understanding reality.
The Limits of Teleological Explanation
A study on the limitations of teleological explanation, its history, key figures and concepts, and implications for philosophical inquiry.
The Development of Pre-Socratic Metaphysics
An exploration of pre-Socratic philosophers' contributions to Western philosophy, including their metaphysical theories and concepts like logos, apeiron, and flux.