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When analyzing source material for any academic or formal setting, it is crucial to remember that the material was not created with the intention to be cited. Essays, like those found in Thomas Nagel's Mortal Questions, or books, such as David Parfit's Reasons and Persons are written for their own end, not the end of the person who is referencing them. Because of this, source material should be torn apart and studied to understand how to best integrate it as a source and remain true to its…

This poem speaks to my perspective on altruism and acts of kindness. I believe that a person should help others in need whenever possible and not expect anything material in return. Helping others makes me feel fulfilled and gratified and that alone is more than enough. This poem highlights the belief that acts of kindness do not demand anything in return and that they benefit both parties. Without the Sun, the Earth and everything on Earth would cease to exist; the Sun is sustaining life.…

Cultural critic and German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, in “Section I: On the Prejudices of Philosophers,” Nietzsche starts by criticizing at numerous philosophical concepts that originated from respected philosophers that made an influence to the branches of philosophy (Epistemology, Metaphysics, Ethics, and etcetera). However, one should consider that Nietzsche’s criticisms are not based out of randomness, instead to determine which philosopher holds the strongest argument. For instance,…

Crime and Punishment was the book I enjoyed reading the most. Dostoevsky succeeded to create a real character in which I could mentally align myself with while reading the book; I felt the same emotions as the main character, Raskolnikov. Although Raskolnikov murdered Alyona Ivanonva early on in the book, the rest of the book kept my attention because of Raskolnikov’s punishment. In class, we discussed why Raskolnikov murdered the pawnbroker. There were several reasons thrown out and discussed;…

helping humans become more advanced and bettering humanity. But, is it possible that google is truly creating a less intelligent human being? Nicholas Carr thinks so, in the article “Is Google Making Us Stupid?” Nicholas carr uses an example of when Friedrich Nietzsch bought a typewriter. This is showing how even before google, new technology was changing people and their thought process. This example is prominent in showing that technology is a substitute for contemplation. I agree with Carr’s…

Heinrich Schliemann was born January 6, 1822 in Neubukow, Mecklenburg-Schwerin and died December 26, 1890, Naples, Italy. He was famous for being a German merchant, world traveler, and archeologist. Heinrich Schliemann father was a Protestant minister, who encouraged his interest in ancient times. When he was still young child Heinrich’s father gave him a history book, which contained a picture of Troy in flames, which remained with him throughout his life and sustained his belief in the…

audience to understand Nietzsche's ideas Thesis Statement: He as many great ideas about the metaphysical world Type of Informative Speech: Explanation Pattern of Organization: Intro, General Life, Will to Power, Ubermensch, Eternal Recurrence  Friedrich Nietzsche’s Philosophy Introduction How many of you have seen the movies Groundhogs Day, Devil’s Advocate or Fight club? These great films all have occurrences of Nietzsche’s philosophies in them that I am going to discuss today. Growing up I…

Nietzsche perspective on contract and punishment is more compelling to me than the other thinkers. I also think that Nietzsche and Marx are overlapping in some areas, and also Marx and Weber. Nietzsche perspective sounds compelling to me, because he is explaining the moral words we are using based on its origin. We use moral concepts the way how it has been used a long time ago, and we use those concepts based on its history “, the moral conceptual world of ‘debt’, ‘conscience’, ‘duty’, ‘sacred…

Since the formation of Marxist ideology, many interpretations of it have arisen. They differ mostly in how to achieve their shared primary goal: a revolutionary uprising that would put an end to class struggle and ultimately bring about complete equality. Another characteristic these interpretations share is that they are all based on the theories of Karl Marx, specifically those presented in his work, The Communist Manifesto. All interpretations embrace the fundamental principles of his theory.…

As Nietzsche begins the preface on the Genalogy of Morals it seems he saying philosophers are not men of knowledge. However, their job is find knowledge. He goes on to introduce the subject matter of the essay, “the origin of our moral prejudices.” Prior to the Genealogy of Morals, he had also written a book title Human. In this book a lot the same thoughts appear as in the Genealogy of Morals, and he is hoping over time these thought have become clearer. Nietzsche states he has pondered for a…