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Aristotle’s theory of virtue and character development
In contrast to thinkers preaching altruism and self-sacrifice, the theory of virtue developed by Aristotle (384-322 BC) aims at the achievement of happiness. Similarly, Aristotle […]
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Modern attacks against Aristotle’s thoughts on human nature
It’s unfortunate that modern philosophers have devoted vast efforts to attacking the self-confident and optimistic views put forward by Aristotle (384-322 BC) on human nature […]
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Critique of Aristotle’s thoughts on human nature
Many philosophers have attacked Aristotle’s conception of human beings as rational and self-directed, capable of setting goals and making plans to achieve them, and driven […]
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Opponents to Aristotle’s thoughts on human nature
The optimism found in Aristotle’s view of human nature has been rarely shared by other philosophers. While Aristotle (384-422 BC) regarded humans as rational captains […]
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Aristotle’s thoughts on human nature
The great Aristotle (384-322 BC) presented his thoughts on human nature in his three books “Eudemian Ethics,” “Nicomachean Ethics,” and “Politics.” He wrote or dictated […]
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Critique of Aristotle’s theory of the prime mover
In life, it is wise to correct errors swiftly because otherwise they will grow and grow. The longer you wait, the worse it will get. […]
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Aristotle’s theory of the prime mover
In his work “Metaphysics,” Aristotle presents the concept of the prime mover. Philosophers have also called it the unmoved mover, the prime cause, the prime […]
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Morality in Aristotle’s teachings on logic and reasoning
The choice of a method in logic determines all other choices in your life. It determines the scope and depth of your thinking, your concept […]
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The superiority of Aristotle’s teachings on logic and reasoning
If your logic is slightly wrong, even one per cent wrong, you will end up completely lost fairly soon. Over time, your errors will compound […]
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Key ideas in Aristotle’s teachings on logic and reasoning
The philosophy of logic and reason developed by Aristotle (384-322 BC) is different from computer logic, religious logic, and other types of logic that have […]
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