Ecoumène Ethics and Interrelational Dimension
Dissertation - 2 pages - Philosophy
This document explores the concept of écoumène and its relation to ethics, ontology, and the interrelational dimension of existents, discussing various philosophical perspectives and paradigms.
Concept of Divine Infinity in Scholastic Philosophy
Dissertation - 15 pages - Philosophy
The concept of divine infinity has been a subject of philosophical debate among scholastic thinkers, including Thomas Aquinas and Bonaventure, who challenged the traditional views of the Church Fathers. They explored the relationship between God's infinite being and the finite nature of human...
The Reality of God's Existence: Univocity and Analogy in Metaphysics
Dissertation - 15 pages - Philosophy
Explore the concept of God's existence and the relationship between God and his creature, discussing the ideas of univocity and analogy in metaphysics. This document delves into the works of Duns Scotus and the implications of his theories on our understanding of God's essence and existence.
Do you personally believe religious instruction and public secondary education are compatible?
Dissertation - 1 pages - Philosophy
Since 1991, the percentage of N.O.N.E.S ("None of the above") has increased by 266%, and this proportion of non-religious American citizens is showing no sign of decline. Therefore, how could one claim that religious instruction is still relevant to public education and should not be seen as...
Is it possible to develop our intellectual performance by controlling our emotions?
Dissertation - 99 pages - Philosophy
The first chapter introduces the topic, whereas the second chapter deals with the literature review and provides elements that require further research. The third chapter strongly interconnects with the second and fourth chapters, introducing a research method to answer the key question of the...
The Ten Oxherding Pictures
Dissertation - 19 pages - Philosophy
The 'Ten Oxherding Pictures' are also known as jugyuzu and are the creation of 12th century Kakuan Shion Zenji, a Buddhist priest who lived on Mount Ryozan in China during the end of the Northern Sung Dynasty (1126-1279 AD). He taught that all beings are fundamentally endowed with...
Why I'm More Important than You Are: A Case for Agent-Centered Prerogatives
Dissertation - 35 pages - Philosophy
We are acting permissibly when we do things like go to the movies once a year, or even once a month. Most of us would find it ridiculous if we were told we actually were not permitted to do these things. I consider anyone who disagrees with this claim to be outside of the accepted norms of...
The anti-apocalyptic Markan community
Dissertation - 7 pages - Philosophy
Apocalyptic literature often is ignored when constructing theology and ethics. Theologians and ethicists ignore scriptural images of otherworldly beasts and supernatural beings. Prophesy of cosmic suffering and references to apocalyptic literature are not calculated in the work of most...
Was Arendt's pessimism about modern liberal society justified?
Dissertation - 9 pages - Philosophy
Hannah Arendt was born in 1906 in Germany, being the only child of middle-class Jewish parents of Russian descent. As a university student, she was one of the most brilliant and studied with the finest scholars of the time. Arendt in 1933 left Germany for France, and was even interned there for a...
Sports impact in the 21st century Society
Dissertation - 44 pages - Philosophy
La rédaction de ce mémoire de fin d?études rédigé en Anglais aura pour but de montrer à ses lecteurs ; l?impact du sport dans notre société, la société du 21eme siècle. Ce rapport sera décomposé en deux parties. Ainsi, ma première définira comment et dans quelle mesure le phénomène du sport...
