The questions about the existence of God has been an ongoing discussion since people were first able to think logically. The topic of Gods existence is a very important and interesting discussion to have with a class or with anyone really. It is interesting because there really isnt a solid one answer. There are argument presented by different philosophers or critics that also raise new questions and more never ending discussions. To search for solutions to these never ending questions some people argue by using scientific methods, faith, the injustices of the world, etc. Some might even say that the topic is not worth the arguments and that we should just believe to avoid the risks of being punished.
    French philosopher-scientist Blaise Pascal states that not believing in Gods existence could be risky. His argument is called Pascals Wager because of the risk or bet he places on whether one should believe or not.

Research Design

Describe the qualitative design (for example grounded theory) and research model (for example Strauss and Corbin or Charmaz constructivist grounded theory) you propose to use, supported and referenced by primary sources. Describe in detail the method(s) will you use to collect the data, such as: structured, unstructured, and semi-structured interviews, journaling, letters, pictures, observations, field notes, focus groups. Describe the philosophy underlying the methodology and model.

Briefly describe how the study will be conducted.  (Describe how you are going to carry out the study.)

    The Research Design should be clearly identified.
    The Research Design should be appropriate to the Research Question.


*Use primary sources as resources to support statements. must have at least 7 references to support your work. ALL references must be within 5 to 7 years (2014-2020)

Use APA style in ci

In the Republic, Thrasymachus declares that "the just is nothing other than the advantage of the stronger" (338c).  What does he mean and what evidence do Thucydides (within his History of the Peloponnesian War and Melian Dialogues) and Plato (Republic Book 1-4, The Trial and Death of Socrates/Apology) provide against his view?

Papers must include required title page and bibliography, be written in Times New Roman 12-point pitch and double-spaced, and adhere consistently to a style-guideline (such as MLA or Chicago).


A. Explain Platos argument for the nature of the soul (do not talk at all about the structure of the city as this prompt specifically does not ask about that analogy) and carefully and clearly present his account of the souls ascent up the divided line.
B. Explain Augustines famous claim, our hearts are restless until they rest in Thee. What is the restlessness and its source(s)? What obstacles confront the soul as it attempts to shed its restlessness?
C. Explain the problem of evil and carefully and clearly present Augustines argument in response to the problem.

Read: Arne Naess, The Ecology of Wisdom, Sections 2 & 5.  (70p) & survey our Sustainability textbook.  Select one of the case studies or topics from our Sustainability textbook and discuss/apply what we have learned in the course so far, including the concept of Deep Ecology.

Tradition and common-sense assume that ethics is about trying to determine what is objectively right or wrong, so that we can try to do what is right.  please choose one : psychological egoism, cultural relativism, ethical subjectivism, error theory, and expressivism.

Pick whichever of these theories you think provides the strongest challenge to traditional ethics, and then explain what the theory claims.

Demonstrate how this theory could be used by applying it to an example you create (preferably, not an example already used in the textbook or lectures).

In your view, is there a good response to the challenge posed by this theory, or must we accept that the traditional, objectivist approach to ethics is incorrect?

Answer two of the following three questions.  There is no set length.  Be sure to answer each question that you select as thoroughly as possible. Be sure that its clear from your answer how all of the factors you include fit in the complete answer. (Each question is worth 50 points.) 

1.)  a. Explain, as thoroughly as possible, what the central conflict in Antigone is and how it came about.

b. Explain, as thoroughly as possible, what each of the two main characters involved in the conflict represent.

c.  Explain, as thoroughly as possible, what qualifies Antigone as a heroic figure.

2.)  a. Explain, as thoroughly as possible, what the disagreement is between Job and his three friends.

b. Explain, as thoroughly as possible, what the significance is of Gods speech for the position taken by Job in the debate with his friends, and for the basic position taken by his friends in the debate.     

3.) a.

Please select a question from the list below, and make sure to clearly state the question you are answering at the start of your essay.

Questions:
(1) What is utilitarianism? Critically assess the plausibility of this proposal.
(2) What is euthanasia, and why is it considered to be morally different to murder or suicide? Is it?
(3) What do you think is the best moral argument for vegetarianism? Does it work?
(4) Does freedom entail the ability to have done otherwise?
(5) What is the harm principle? Does it pose a justified limitation on our freedom?
(6) What is Rawls conception of a just society? Is it is tenable?
(7) What, if anything, would be wrong in simply saying that anything counts as art so long as this is what was intended by the creator of the artifact in question?
(8) Can two identical objects differ in their aesthetic properties?
(9) Can one properly form ones aesthetic judgments via testimony from aesthetic experts?
(10) What are Gett

Personal Thesis, (final draft of 3 part series- revision of 500 word essay, includes aspects of family learning from autobiography and any new learning from units 1-5 you would like to include in your thesis.

AUTOBIOGRAPHY :

Videos to choose from:
https://www.ted.com/talks/ramona_pierson_an_unexpected_place_of_healing

https://www.ted.com/talks/kaitlyn_sadtler_how_we_could_teach_our_bodies_to_heal_faster

https://www.ted.com/talks/nikki_webber_allen_don_t_suffer_from_your_depression_in_silence

https://www.ted.com/talks/melissa_walker_art_can_heal_ptsd_s_invisible_wounds

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlUI1_J8D68

Your choice to talk about this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erpPQDSWD0k

In the Apology, Socrates presents to the jurors and everyone in the courtroom, his understanding as to why he finds himself in the situation that he is in.  What is this situation? In your answer be sure to include discussion of the charges and what they refer to.  Who is the Delphic Oracle and what is the role that she plays? What is the inscription over the entrance to her chamber and what does it mean? Be sure to explain, with example, the elenchus.
In the Crito, Socrates has a discussion with Crito. Who is Crito and why does he appear in Socrates jail cell? What are they discussing, and what are the arguments put forth by each? In your answer be sure to present each argument presented by both Crito and Socrates, in a well formulated, back and forth exchange. Why does the dialogue end the way that it does?

JUst answer the question