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Philosophy Pages

Philosophy Pages: Socrates Philosophical Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Site summarizes the philosophy of Socrates through condensed versions of Plato's dialogues. Subjects discussed are piety, an examined life, the individual and the state, and knowing virtue. Also presents a bibliography and internet links.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Philosophy of the Buddha

For Students 9th - 10th
The Buddha's philosophy teaches us that our desires are at the root of our restlessness- and that calm can be achieved through willpower and spiritual exercise. [5:43]
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: First Lessons on Natural Philosophy for Children

For Students 3rd - 5th
A scanned copy of the 1851 publication of First Lessons on Natural Philosophy for Children by Mary A. Swift, a nonfiction book for children.
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R. B. Jones: The Philosophy of Logic

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent overview of logic. Defines the term in informative detail, while relating logic to its neighbors in epistemology, metaphysics, and analytic philosophy. A terrific introduction to the subject.
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Diffen

Diffen: Philosophy: Nature vs. Nurture

For Students 9th - 10th
An article addressing the differences between the two philosophies of psychology, nature and nurture. Find examples of the two approaches, a TED Talk, discussion on the morality of both as well as the philosophy behind them.
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Greek Philosophy: Leucippus and Democritus

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides an overview of the atomistic philosophy of the pre-Socratic philosophers Leucippus and Democritus in the 5th and 4th centuries, BCE.
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Stanford University

Saint Thomas Aquinas: Christian Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents the views of Aquinas on the relationship of philosophy and theology, and on the possibility of a "Christian philosophy." Aquinas' own enthusiasm for Aristotle is addressed as an important case study.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: English Deism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy describes the influence of several different English Deists with long paragraphs explaining their works, politics, and major ideas. Entries on Hobbes, Locke, and Hume, as well as on...
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Epicurus

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is an excellent, detailed introduction to the philosophy of Epicurus. Divided into sections addressing his metaphysics, epistemology, ethics. Includes numerous links to related...
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Empedocles

For Students 9th - 10th
Good introduction to his life and thought from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Focuses especially on Empedocles' relationship to Pythagoras and his account of Love and Strife.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Anaximander

For Students 9th - 10th
Short summary from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Anaximander's thought, especially his theory regarding the development of life.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: The Epistemology of Perception

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy provides a well-written, easy to understand definition of perception, as well as small mention of some of those who first introduced the concept.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Thales

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic introduction from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy to the philosophy of Thales. Includes several popular tales about his life.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Protagoras

For Students 9th - 10th
Good introduction from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy to Protagoras and his significance within ancient philosophy.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Johann Gottleib Fichte

For Students 9th - 10th
Entry from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Has a thorough biography and includes links to major works in translation. Also has an excellent bibliography for extensive research.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Philosophy of Law

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia offers detailed information on the Philosophy of Law, including a long list of philosophers of law with links to more information.
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Objectivism: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand

For Students 9th - 10th
This is Dr. Leonard Peikoff's website for his book "Objectivism: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand."
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Philosophers: Margaret Fuller's Philosophy

For Students 9th - 10th
This profile of Margaret Fuller (1810-1850) reveals why she is sometimes called "the most important woman of the nineteenth century." Discussion includes her literary criticism, journalism, and her feminist manifesto, Woman of the...
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City University of New York

Brooklyn College: Chinese Philosophy and Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a compilation of material from Compton's living encyclopedia. General information about Chinese religion and philosophy.
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Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Empedocles

For Students 9th - 10th
Article about the Greek philosopher Empedocles from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Includes a brief overview of his work and more detailed discussion of his two major works: "On Nature" and "Purifications."
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Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Aristotle's Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent introduction from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy to Aristotle's political theory. Describes his theory of constitutions and citizenship and includes a bibliography at bottom.
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The Basics of Philosophy: Aristotle

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of Aristotle's life and work, including his writings, his system of logical reasoning, and his contributions to different fields, such as politics, philosophy, and science.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Sigmund Freud

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy on Sigmund Freud and his psychoanalysis theory. Discusses his reasoning for thinking the way he did, his theories behind psychoanalysis and the unconscious, and the site...
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Chrysippus

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Chrysippus describing his manner of philosophy and relation to the Stoic school.

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