Papers On Philosophy
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Descartes / Of Sound Mind and Body ? -- Version 2
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A 9 page paper postulating that : In doubting the truth of every intellectual proposition, and conversely by transcending doubt simply through a belief in his own existence, Descartes shows the flaws in his methods of deductive reasoning through the processes of skepticism. He requires that his methods be based on rationality and fundamental truth, but these are assumed by Descarte and subjective to his belief systems. In all, Descartes was only rationalizing truth for himself. Therefore, we have looked at scientific inquiry based on Descartes methods as inherently flawed--with some exceptions. Bibliography lists 8 source.
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Descartes / On Intellect & Knowledge
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A 5 page paper that describes Descartes basic theory behind the development of intellect and knowledge as they relate to perceptions of experience. Descartes believes that any understanding of intellect or knowledge of the world around must be based in a deductive process of the mind and not in the constantly variable realm of experience. Because experience can be both true and false, Descartes argues that this makes experience an impossible basis for the knowledge. This paper gives primary support for a major theory of Descartes: 'I think therefore I am.'
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Descartes Metaphysics and Armstrong's Argument
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This 5 page paper considers the metaphysics of Descartes outlined in his Meditations and the arguments of David Armstrong, which voice opposition to the views of Descartes. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Descartes' 'Ghost In The Machine':
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What, exactly, are the body, mind and spirit? Are they distinct? Is the mind relegated to the physical manifestation of gray matter and where is the spirit located? Four hundred years ago Descartes was pondering the mind. The question of where the mind was located led him to what has become known as Cartesian Dualism. This 5 page paper explores the life of Descartes, his theory of dualism and it's applicability to today. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Descartes' Cartesian Circle
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A 10 page paper that describes the basis for Descartes Cartesian Circle, and then presents the perspectives of two recognized theorists, who challenge the applicability of Descartes mathematical processes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Cartesia.wps
Descartes' First Meditation / Dream Doubt
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the premise of dream doubt as presented by Descartes in his 'Meditation I' and suggests why arguments using examples citing perception are not effective retorts to Descartes premise. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Descartes' First Three Meditations and Human Knowledge
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A 6 page analysis paper on how man can know anything in reality and what if life is all a dream. The writer details Descartes' philosophy of knowledge with particular emphasis on principles described in the first three meditations. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Descknow.wps
Descartes' First Two Meditations
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A 5 page analytical discussion of Descartes' first two meditations. No Bibliography.
Filename: Descarte.wps
Descartes' Meditation #2
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The Second Meditation of the First Philosophy
by Rene Descartes concerns itself with the defense of the thesis: 'I am,
I exist'. This 5 page paper asserts that what begins as a simple
statement: I am, I exist' is, in fact, an intricate and complex argument
for moral belief. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KTmedtat.wps
Descartes' Meditation on Knowledge
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A 2 page essay on this Meditation, with particular emphasis on Descartes' method of doubt. No Bibliography.
Filename: Descart3.wps
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