Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Baruch Spinoza
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy provides an in depth look at the life and works of Baruch Spinoza. Includes links to related material.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Lucretius
As one of the primary spokesmen for the Epicurean philosophy, Lucretius (99-55 BCE) wrote a philosophical epic "De Rerum Naturum," in which the Epicurean belief in the atomic nature of matter is presented. Look for the section entitled...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Heraclitus
Excellent introduction to Heraclitus' difficult philosophy from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. Includes biography relating him to other Ionian and Milesian philosophers. Quotes several of his fragments.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Aristotle
Looks at the life of Aristotle (384-322 B.C.E.) and the far-reaching scope of his intellectual ideas. The article examines in depth his theories in the disciplines of philosophy, politics, mathematics and science, and his legacy.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Pythagoras
Encyclopedia article about Pythagoras from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy that discusses not only his life, but his major contributions as well. Also includes a lengthy bibliography and links to additional information.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Gottlob Frege
Good summary of Frege's thought. Some sections are more technical, but the explanation of his philosophy of language and other sections are more readable.
Stanford University
Informal Logic/stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Describes the recent movement known as "informal logic." Summarizes its brief history, provides several detailed examples, and explains its relationship to philosophy. Bibliography included.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Behaviorism
Discusses Behaviorism as a philosophy and a field of psychology. Includes information on what behaviorism is, and the types of behaviorism. Also includes links to additional information.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Bertrand Russell
Excellent article summarizing Bertrand Russell's thought. Includes chronology of major events in his life, but most of the article spends time on Russell's contributions in logic, analytic philosophy, and social criticism. Also includes...
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Divine Illumination
Excellent article from the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy tracing the development of "divine illumination" throughout the classical and medieval Christian philosophical tradition. Describes how this distinctively Christian...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Anselm of Canterbury
Introduction to Anselm's life and thought. Recounts his political difficulties while archbishop. Summarizes his contributions to medieval philosophy and theology, including his famous ontological argument for the existence of God, and...
University of Groningen
American History: Essays: Philosophy and Literature: Two Philosophies
Explains what the 'Scottish philosophy' was and how well it fitted with American sensibilities in the 1800s. Over time it evolved into the American philosophy of Pragmatism. The other philosophy that took hold in some groups of society...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Branches of Philosophy, Role in Contemporary Affairs
Describes the different branches of Philosophy and what their relevance is to today's world.
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Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Islamic Philosophy
The history of Islamic philosophy is discussed here. Learn how it has developed over time, how it has been influenced by Greek-Hellenistic philosophy, and how it differs according to demographic and region.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Greek Philosophy
Introduction from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy to the main topics and thinkers in the Greek philosophical tradition. Includes links to related articles. Helpful for relating particular philosophers to each other chronologically.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Greek Philosophy
A learning module that begins with "Greek Philosophy" by Cristian Violatti, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher...
University of Groningen
American History: Essays: Manifest Destiny: Philosophy That Created a Nation
A discussion of how Manifest Destiny became a philosophy that justified and fueled Americans' ideas about expansion and annexation of new territories.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Philosophy of Stoicism
Massimo Pigliucci describes the philosophy of Stoicism.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: A Timeline of Western Philosophers
A online timeline of western philosophers that allows you to click to images and short biographies of many of the great thinkers of the Western world. Site includes a study guide and a dictionary to help students learning philosophy....
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Routledge Encyclopedia: Greek Philosophy: Impact on Islamic Philosophy
This article is a discussion of the Greek-Hellenistic philosophy within the Islamic world. Early Islamic philosophers shunned the influence of Greek philosophy; however, over time that view began to change. Certain philosophers hailed...
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Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Islam, Concept of Philosophy
Learn about the development of Islamic philosophy. Discover its origins and the differences between falsafa and hikma, otherwise referred to as the various schools of thought within Islamic philosophy. Peripatetic philosophy is discussed...
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Chinese Philosophy
Encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the historical development of ancient Chinese philosophy and its main schools of thought. Includes photos, links to related material and timeline of events.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Comte and Positive Philosophy
Meet Auguste Comte, a French man who made contributions to philosophy and sociology. Stay positive! Comte came up with the doctrine of positive philosophy.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Martin Heidegger (1889 1976)
This site provides a brief biography and intro into the life of existentialist philosopher Martin Heidegger. Provided are numerous links to text documents of his works and philosophies.
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