The Appeal of Skepticism: A Philosophical Exploration
A philosophical exploration of skepticism's rise in ancient Greece, its appeal to unphilosophic minds, and implications for understanding human knowledge and behavior.
Theory
The Relation of Intellectuals to Contemporary Society
Exploring the complex relationships between intellectually eminent individuals and their contemporary societies throughout history.
The Decline of Traditional Culture
An accessible guide to key arguments and concepts, explaining how a philosophical view emerged, what it claims, and why it matters today.
The Theory of Universals
The theory of universals is a long-standing problem in philosophy that deals with abstract concepts and their relationship to concrete objects.
The Nature of Essences: An Examination of Aristotle's Metaphysics
Aristotle's metaphysical framework posits that essences are fundamental characteristics of being, underling all existing things.
The Intellectual Aspect of Socratic Philosophy
An in-depth analysis of Socratic philosophy's intellectual aspect, examining the rejection of empirical knowledge, Platonic realism, and the concept of the good.
The Doctrine of Ideas: A Philosophical Analysis
Plato's Doctrine of Ideas: A Philosophical Analysis explores the concept of abstract concepts or forms existing independently of physical reality.
The Theory of Forms: An Explanation of Intellectual Vision
Explaining Plato's theory of forms, which posits abstract entities as templates or blueprints for physical reality, and how it relates to intellectual vision, sense-perception, and human understanding.
The Distinction Between Reality and Appearance: A Foundation for Plato's Philosophy
Exploring Plato's foundational concept of reality vs. appearance and its impact on Western philosophy.
The Incompatibility of Myth and Philosophy
Exploring the tension between mythological beliefs and philosophical inquiry, examining how compulsory myth acceptance can hinder intellectual development and stifle critical thinking.
The Role of Guardianship in Plato's Philosophy
Plato's concept of guardianship is central to his theory of justice and the ideal state, emphasizing education and training for effective rulers.
The Dangers of Unjust Condemnation
The concept of unjust condemnation has been debated throughout history, with various philosophers contributing to the discussion, emphasizing civic engagement and moral responsibility.
The Trial of Socrates: A Philosophical Analysis
A philosophical analysis of the trial of Socrates in 399 BCE, exploring its historical context, implications for Western philosophy, and significance today.
Socrates' Defense: The Accusation of Philosophical Inquiry
Socrates' defense against accusations, exploring the context of these charges, main arguments presented by Socrates, and implications for understanding philosophical inquiry.
The Enigmatic Socrates
A detailed overview of Socrates' life, teachings, and significance in the development of Western philosophy, exploring key concepts like the elenchus, phronesis, and Socratic irony.
The Sophistic Movement and the Pursuit of Truth
The Sophistic movement, which emerged in ancient Greece around the 5th century BCE, emphasized intellectual honesty, critical thinking, and the pursuit of truth through argumentation and criticism.
A Theory of Void and Multiplicity
A 5th century BCE philosophical theory on void, multiplicity, sense-perception, coming-to-be and passing-away, motion, and atomic particles.
A Brief History of Atomism
An ancient Greek philosophical theory that posits tiny indivisible particles called atoms as fundamental building blocks of matter.
The Enduring Legacy of Athenian Philosophy
Athenian philosophy's enduring legacy, emphasizing reason, ethics, and metaphysics, shaping Western thought since ancient Greece.
The Evolution of Meaning: From Ecstatic Contemplation to Mathematical Knowledge
Exploring the evolution of meaning in ancient Greek philosophy from ecstatic contemplation to mathematical knowledge and its significance for understanding the relationship between human experience and abstract thought.