Philosophy paper samples

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Confucius’ passage assumes that the man can be considered to be superior only in case he is virtuous, wise and bold. According to Confucius, being virtuous helps the man get rid of anxieties, being wise makes him free of perplexities and being bold helps him snot be influenced by fear.

Reasons

Being influenced by different kinds of anxieties, fe... read more

Confucius passage argues that each person has right to get good education regardless classes he or she belongs to. Besides, Confucius insists on the equal abilities of people of different classes to studyReasons:Thus, Confucius directly notices: “In teaching there should be no distinction of classes.”( Confucius Bk 15 Ch 38)Confucius was sure that there was no difference between people when ... read more

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Rousseau’s passage argues that the general will can manifest itself only if the State does not comprise partial societies and every citizen withstands an influence of others. If, however, partial societies do exist, there should be many equal ones.

Reasons:

The great Lycurgus has established the... read more

Chapter 7 of the second book by Confucius is devoted to the issue of filial piety. The philosophical and moral rules on the issue are expressed through such saying as "Let relaxation and enjoyment be found in the polite arts.", "Let perfect virtue be accorded with”, "Let the will be set on the path of duty” and "Let every attainment in what is good be... read more

Confucius Book 15 Chapter 32

Thesis: Confucius’ passage states that a man’s virtue is necessary for holding what he has attained with his knowledge. He is claiming that any ruler will not be respected by others in case he is unable to be a dignified man. Confucius adds that the governor cannot reach the full excellence if he moves the people “contrary to the rules ... read more

The due process is necessary in both public and private spheres; it is a moral necessity to protect human rights. The employees working in public spheres get the appropriate treatment and protect their rights in the court more often than the private spheres workers. The moral side of the issue is questioned here, is it morally fair to fire the employ... read more

The paper is dedicated to the general principles of the Confucianism, as they appear within the course of Introduction to Asian philosophy and due to a thorough analysis of Confucius, Book 7, Chapter 2. Later followers of the Confucius will be analyzed poorly, concerning mainly Mencius.

According to the teaching, paper will be divi... read more

Thesis: Confucius argues that a good ruler must maintain order and uniformity among his people by means of virtue. The power of laws is not enough to unite people on the grounds of their common social solidarity. Reasons: The power of law is primarily associated with a danger of being punished for failing to follow the laws. In this case, people are led by fear of being punished. However, t... read more

Thesis

In order for one to be appreciated they must be sincere and truthful in their speech. In addition to this they must also be careful and honorable in their actions.

Reasons

Truthful and sincere people are honored and appreciated

it is inevitable for one to exhibit such qualities in ... read more

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According to Confucius, a strong-minded scientist and a good man will not use their virtue for their own sake. Their morality is such that a man will rather risk his life in order to preserve his virtue full. Reasons: Good virtue stands higher than his life to the owner of this virtue, so he would never go as far as to break this virtue or lessen it. A determined scient... read more