Category: Aristotle

Sophocles’ Oedipus is one of the most notable unfortunate heroes throughout the entire existence of drama. His weird destiny drives him to heartbreaking ruin that leaves both the peruser and the crowd feeling sincerely influenced. As indicated by the meaning of the Greek thinker, Aristotle, Oedipus’ problematic story qualifies him as a lamentable hero. Oedipus…

In book V of Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics, the entire theme of this section is directly dedicated towards the different aspects of justice. It seems odd, considering justice isnt listed in the virtues that Aristotle underlines, that it gets its own book dedicated toward its importance. Aristotle says that Justice is special in this aspect. Justice…

In this essay, I will be explaining generally about Aristotle’s virtue ethics. I will be explaining what Aristotle means by each part of the given quote and I will be providing brief examples. Moreover, I will be evaluating some Complications facing Aristotle’s account of virtue and I will be providing some advantages and disadvantages for…

Understanding Aristotles Rhetoric Audience as an element of rhetoric has changed over time and changed throughout the course of history. One leading example of the contrast between the modern idea of audience and its original meaning is the way it was taught and observed by Aristotle. Aristotle defines rhetoric as speech designed to persuade,. According…

Human nature is defined as the nature of humans, especially the fundamental dispositions and traits of humans (Human Nature, n.d.). Moral character refers to the most important code of conduct put forward and accepted by any group, or even by an individual (Gert). As humans, we tend to think about our actions and whether or…

Virtue is a characteristic in which every being should strive for. After reading Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Confucius Analects, I believe virtue is both a state of mind and actions that reflect a high moral value; you are respectful and mindful of all actions and people around you and strive to become the best version…

With the different philosophies and 12 philosophers that were discussed, Aristotle was the one who caught my attention. I was drawn to his idea of philosophy because of how he said that the soul and body are embedded in each other and that the body will not work without the soul. Aristotle was a brilliant…

Introduction The most recent presidential election within America was undoubtedly one of the most controversial and relentless elections within recent times. These debates provided an example of the shift that has occurred within American politics towards a new era now revolving around scandals and rumours. While Donald Trump was not the most qualified and experienced…

Throughout his philosophical career, Aristotle emphasized the importance of the fundamental elements that play a role in the way we navigate our lives and moral ability. He observes two key components that define the degree of ones moral compass; one being virtue, and the other, continence. In Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle establishes and distinguishes these concepts…

The issue I am choosing to evaluate with respect to the philosophy of education is that of poverty. Although poverty in itself is not typically a primarily philosophical issue and is more of a sociological and economic factor, how it is approached as an obstacle to education is reflective of the philosophical tenets that underpin…