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One factor we can use to better understand how to apply an ethical theory is to determine whether it is deontological or teleological. Deontological ethics systems rely on our sense of duty to act accordi...

In Epistemology (philosophy of knowledge), philosophers debate the question of how dependent we are on our senses to obtain knowledge. Empiricists, like Locke and Hume, claim that our majority of knowledg...

Substance Dualism is the belief that the mind and body are two distinct substances. For instance, Descartes' Substance Dualism held that the mind was composed of a none-physical substance and that the bod...

The first thing you should do is Plan. You need to think about what points you will make, the responses and counter-responses you will discuss and how you will conclude.This is the best way to make sure y...

Introduction should explain the terms in the question, state your thesis and dissect the question into arguments supported by philosophers, such as Richard Swinburne, Richard Dawkins, A.J. Ayer and Willia...