Essay - Final Version --> Due: April 23, 2019 Written Assignment: This essay assignment should be considered as both an exercise in philosophical argumentation as well as an exercise in clear writing style. Important Note: While reading supplementary articles is acceptable for learning more about the subject matter, the essay must be written "in your own words" to receive credit. Suggested approximate word length range: 800 - 1000 words. A printed "hard copy" should be submitted by the start of class time on the "due date" (April 23). The printed copy should be single-sided, double-spaced, with sufficient space on the margins for instructor comments. (Additional Note: The presentation of the paper should be considered when submitting a formal essay assignment.) Select one of the four following essay questions listed below. (1) Analyze the concept of "Truth". What is Truth, and how can we know it? Does truth differ from opinion, or are they the same? Explain. Develop an argument that supports the concept of Truth that you think is the correct one. (2) Explore the topic of mind-body dualism. What is the relationship between the mind and the body? Are they two separate substances or one. Analyze and explain. Develop an argument that supports the theory of the relationship between mind and body that you think is the correct one. (3) Explore the topic of personal identity. What is 'self'? What does it mean when we refer to 'I'? Write an essay that answers this central question. Develop an argument that supports the theory of personal identity that you think is the correct one. (4) Explore the tension between the concepts of liberty and security from a philosophical perspective. Different philosophers have argued in favor of putting a higher emphasis on human liberty, others in favor of security from foreign and domestic threats, while others have tried to find a rational balance between the two. Develop an argument that addresses this tension which leads to the best possible political and societal solution. To return to Professor's home page, see Home Page To go to class syllabus, see Class syllabus
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