PLS1501
Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: April 2025
OPTION A (2 ESSAYS PROVIDED)
ARISTOTLE’S APPROACH TO UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD: PARTICULARS AND UNIVERSALS
1. INTRODUCTION
Aristotle (384–322 BCE), a student of Plato, significantly diverged from his teacher’s theory of knowledge and
reality. While Plato argued for the independent existence of eternal Forms (universals) and maintained that
knowledge is gained through recollection
OPTION B (2 ESSAY PROVIDED)
THE TWO STRONGEST PROOFS OF GOD’S EXISTENCE: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF AQUINAS’S ARGUMENTS
FROM MOTION AND CAUSALITY
INTRODUCTION
In the 13th century, Thomas Aquinas sought to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy with Christian theology in his
magnum opus, Summa Theologica. Central to this synthesis were his five rational proofs, famously known as
the “Five Ways,” aiming to demonstrate the existence of God using empirical observation and deductive
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Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: April 2025
OPTION A (2 ESSAYS PROVIDED)
ARISTOTLE’S APPROACH TO UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD: PARTICULARS AND UNIVERSALS
1. INTRODUCTION
Aristotle (384–322 BCE), a student of Plato, significantly diverged from his teacher’s theory of knowledge and
reality. While Plato argued for the independent existence of eternal Forms (universals) and maintained that
knowledge is gained through recollection
OPTION B (2 ESSAY PROVIDED)
THE TWO STRONGEST PROOFS OF GOD’S EXISTENCE: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF AQUINAS’S ARGUMENTS
FROM MOTION AND CAUSALITY
INTRODUCTION
In the 13th century, Thomas Aquinas sought to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy with Christian theology in his
magnum opus, Summa Theologica. Central to this synthesis were his five rational proofs, famously known as
the “Five Ways,” aiming to demonstrate the existence of God using empirical observation and deductive
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
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