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ALLEGORY OF THE CAVE  

The flawed ideologies of The Matrix triliogy debunked by a man with but a semester of philosophy classes.

Plato had many different theories; can the allegory of the cave be applied to today's society.

The Allegory of the Cave from Plato's Republic can still teach us a great deal about education. It illustrates that ignorance and education both have their costs as well as their benefits. Its lessons continue to remain relevant thanks, in part, to modern cinema.

The first Matrix film is one of the most universally loved science fiction films. This essay presents a deep look into the complex character of Cypher and his struggles with good and evil, and also reality and it's converse.

The Matrix is one of the most beloved science fiction movies of all time...but did Cypher make the right choice?

The Matrix series is not just an action movie with great (unprecedented) effects, it is philosophy (and theology) on film. What can we learn about life from watching it?

A college thesis paper comparing nine different philosophers ideas of truth and happiness.

One would expect postmodern themes to dominate independent film, the avante guarde of the cinematic world.

In colleges today, most freshmen students are getting their first taste of Philosophy Classes. In my teaching experience I have found the average college freshmen cannot correctly spell philosophy let alone write a decent essay about it. I'm here to help.

High school students' these days like to take easy electives in their junior and senior year. I am somewhat guitly of it myself. But learn inside why any junior/senior in high school should consider taking Philosophy.

A look at Plato's Cave allegory as it relates to the typical cheap beer drinker.

The article is an interview I did with an old philosophy teacher of mine on Plato's Symposium for Valentine Day.

Plato and Aristotle, more communist than liberal

commentary on howe Plasto and Aristotle and J.S. Miolls saw individual and public libertyu (if any) and the applications of liberty in today's world- both public and individual

Aristotle's concept of ruler's pros out measure his cons...

There are almost as many definitions of philosophy as there are philosophers, so in this essay I will define what I think philosophy is based on Socrates' behavior in the Plato dialogues.

A look at the birth of Western philosophy from the minds of Euripides, Thucydides, and Plato.

The Philosophy and Pop Culture series of books from Open Court press prove to be entertaining and educational for both fans of philosophy and pop culture.

A dive into what thought is, taking guidance from Ancient Greek thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, and Plotinus.

Group projects and other gimmicks teachers use to avoid teaching!

The Mediterranean diet is synonymous with good health. Ancient and modern day Greeks knew good, healthy food. Take a lesson from the land that produced Plato and Aristotle and jump into this healthy new way of life.

The four elements, as recognized by such intellectual greats as Plato and Aristotle, are earth, air, fire, and water. Ancient belief was that these four elements made up everything in the universe.

Psychology had its early roots philosophy and physiology. Its first philosophical influences can be traced as far back as the great Greek minds of Plato and Aristotle (among others) who debated over existence of innate ideas.

We've put the best philosophers of all time together in the ring for no-holds-barred philosophy grudge match of all time. Who will come out on top to be crowned Philosopher King?

What is life, and who has the authority to define it. Without a clear understanding of what life constitutes, there will never be an adequate consensus on the hottest topic to date.

The perspectives of German Philosopher, Immanuel Kant applied to the Terry Schiavo case in post-modern terms.

Plato's Allegory of the Cave has been referenced in lyrics by John Lennon and provided the inspiration for The Matrix. But what is it all about?

Shows how the movie The Truman Show follows the journey of the prisoner who is released from the cave in Plato's "Allegory of the Cave"?

Applying The Allegory of the Cave to abuse and addiction today.

Brief yet concise look at Plato's "Allegory of the Cave." Includes both a summary and analysis with solid understanding and interpretation of the most recent translations of the classic Platonic work.

Plato's allegory of imprisonment and liberation offers the spiritual seeker rich ground for modern and mystical interpretations.

An exploration of one of the hottest graphic novels on the market

This article philosophically compares Plato's Allegory of the Cave and Darren Aronofsky's Pi.

This article discusses the allegorical elements of Arthur Miller's The Crucible.

This examination of Plato's concept of freedom covers much ground and includes commentary and analysis from other authors.

Play the card game of Bridge for fun, profit, success, and survival. The card game of Bridge is a reflection of 21st-Century living - Bridge is a Map to Life. Control Change in your Life for fun, profit, success, survival: Know the Game, Know Your Self, Control Change.

Any organization that fails to realize the importance of culture, or allows process and procedure to define that culture will find themselves on the road to obsolescence and eventual inability to compete.

A look at Iain Pears "Dream of Scipio" through the eyes of ethical philosophy

"Rapunzel" may now be a modern lesson in how to persevere and keep faith in a time when Christians are being persecuted in many parts of the world. And outside that box--it's a powerful statement for surviving any kind of repression...

This college theology paper focuses on Francis Bacon and his philosophical ideas as compared to other relevant modern philosophers of the era, such as Rene Descartes, C.S. Lewis, Paul Tillich and Martin Luther.

A in-depth study of the Allegories in C.S. Lewis' series "The Chronicles of Narnia."

An essay connecting the classic miracle play, Everyman with other literary works such as John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress and William Shakespeare's The Tempest.

An examination of this graphic novel-comic

Life philosophy can change with how you perceive your surroundings. There are many needs in life that must be met, before one can progress to the next level.

Noted philosopher Jean Baudrillard leaves behind ideas that describe our changing times and our search for meaning.

It might seem hilarious that people would attempt a virtual vacation through Google Earth. However, it's highly addictive and eerily immersing at times. Now with Google Earth providing a virtual tour of Disney theme parks, a primitive virtual reality may be reality...

Although each book in the saga tells a marvelous tale of virtue, the first book is the most widely read. Book 1 extensively examinines holiness through perpetual allegory, vivid characters, and the rules of courtly love.

Gulden Draak is the first "good" Belgian beer I ever sampled. This beer started the love affair I've had with Belgian ales ever since.

Letters from Iwo Jima takes place entirely on the island during WWII. That was where US forces waged a decisive battle against the Japanese and won.

An essay on nature, beauty and the battle of good versus evil in John Steinbeck's classic The Pearl