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Socrates’ moral philosophy concepts
Most of Socrates’ moral concepts are erroneous, but they are still worth studying because they help us sharpen our intellect. To do the right thing in life, it’s not enough to know what’s bad and what’s good. In addition, we need to be capable of making correct decisions quickly, especially in crisis situations, and we…
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The essays by Michel de Montaigne
Imagine devoting two decades of your life to writing dozens of essays with no expectation of anyone ever reading them. For most people, such a perspective would not make sense. Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) thought otherwise. Why? Because he was primarily writing for himself. There were a few best-selling books in the sixteenth century but…
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Hard decisions and Montaigne’s concept of virtue
I find it reasonable to question any ethical system that does not deliver success and happiness. What’s the point of being a good person if there are no tangible rewards? Why should one practise virtue if it does not bring practical advantages? Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) asked those questions in the context of the sixteenth…
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