Aristotle & Virtue Theory: Crash Course Philosophy #38
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Date: 2022-04-04
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Abe
I'm a fan of Nichomachean ethics, but wow, I really disagree with the example of courage discussed here. Courage is not refusing to fight if there is any chance of being hurt. That is cowardice. If you doubt me, then ask how cowardice would behave any differently. Courage would accept some level of harm, but not a reckless amount. Courage would not charge unarmed into a fight against 10 men with guns, where death would be certain. But courage would definitely accept the possibility of loss or damage in an effort to help or rescue someone. Think about how preposterous it would be to define -courage- as peeking from the safety of your window and calling the police. And when the police arrive, are they supposed to not approach a robber unless they have a guarantee they won't be hurt as well? Even if the police outnumber a robber and all have guns, there is a chance they could get punched or shot. So if courage means no one is to accept the possibility of danger, then I'm afraid no one will tackle the problem, no one will come rescue the little lady getting her purse stolen, and courage will simply cease to exist. That example was total bollocks.
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I'm a fan of Nichomachean ethics, but wow, I really disagree with the example of courage discussed here. Courage is not refusing to fight if there is any chance of being hurt. That is cowardice. If you doubt me, then ask how cowardice would behave any differently. Courage would accept some level of harm, but not a reckless amount. Courage would not charge unarmed into a fight against 10 men with guns, where death would be certain. But courage would definitely accept the possibility of loss or damage in an effort to help or rescue someone. Think about how preposterous it would be to define -courage- as peeking from the safety of your window and calling the police. And when the police arrive, are they supposed to not approach a robber unless they have a guarantee they won't be hurt as well? Even if the police outnumber a robber and all have guns, there is a chance they could get punched or shot. So if courage means no one is to accept the possibility of danger, then I'm afraid no one will tackle the problem, no one will come rescue the little lady getting her purse stolen, and courage will simply cease to exist. That example was total bollocks.
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Dimitris
This was a great video. As a greek myself, I'd like to share this information about the definition of Eudaimonia. We learn in school that the meaning of this word has been changed several times. The philosophers of the age before 500BC gave to this word the meaning of -Someone who gets anything he asks for from the Gods- (maybe because he is in good relationship with them. Then, around 500BC, Hippocrates, Demodocus and then Aristotle gave the meaning that we also use to day: -To be happy regardless of the situations, feeling accomplished for taking action always with good manners. -
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This was a great video. As a greek myself, I'd like to share this information about the definition of Eudaimonia. We learn in school that the meaning of this word has been changed several times. The philosophers of the age before 500BC gave to this word the meaning of -Someone who gets anything he asks for from the Gods- (maybe because he is in good relationship with them. Then, around 500BC, Hippocrates, Demodocus and then Aristotle gave the meaning that we also use to day: -To be happy regardless of the situations, feeling accomplished for taking action always with good manners. -
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Buffalo
really good philosophy lesson they are usually so boring compared to this one. well done. However the bits you are saying are vague are relatable and make sense. which is weird. the Hank is being slightly softer as well which is nicer than the more grating videos. He must've taken on board the video's advice to find a healthier midpoint for his talking being less attacking at the subject. Yet the bits he did say were wishy washy [gently in tone but attacking in argument] were actually quite compelling.
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really good philosophy lesson they are usually so boring compared to this one. well done. However the bits you are saying are vague are relatable and make sense. which is weird. the Hank is being slightly softer as well which is nicer than the more grating videos. He must've taken on board the video's advice to find a healthier midpoint for his talking being less attacking at the subject. Yet the bits he did say were wishy washy [gently in tone but attacking in argument] were actually quite compelling.
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Yasaman
Aristotle has had a great influence on Persian mysticism. I believe the word we have for eudaimonia is -vesal-: which kind of means becoming one with all of humanity's true love, the source of all virtue.
If you liked the concepts in this video, I recommend reading some Hafiz or Rumi poems. They are very brilliant and follow the same theory.
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Aristotle has had a great influence on Persian mysticism. I believe the word we have for eudaimonia is -vesal-: which kind of means becoming one with all of humanity's true love, the source of all virtue.
If you liked the concepts in this video, I recommend reading some Hafiz or Rumi poems. They are very brilliant and follow the same theory.
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kaerblover
-Eudaimonia doesn-t mean a life of cupcakes and rainbows. It means the sweet pleasure of sinking into bed at the end of an absolutely exhausting day. It-s the satisfaction of knowing you-ve accomplished a lot, and that you-ve pushed yourself to be the very best person you could be. - -Crash Course Philosopy #38
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-Eudaimonia doesn-t mean a life of cupcakes and rainbows. It means the sweet pleasure of sinking into bed at the end of an absolutely exhausting day. It-s the satisfaction of knowing you-ve accomplished a lot, and that you-ve pushed yourself to be the very best person you could be. - -Crash Course Philosopy #38
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Gabrielle
Hank and co. Thank you for this. I needed more understanding for my assignment and have ended up watching the whole series in philosophy because it's just so dang interesting. Particular highlight was family obligation must bring that one up next with my father. Am onto Big history now.
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Hank and co. Thank you for this. I needed more understanding for my assignment and have ended up watching the whole series in philosophy because it's just so dang interesting. Particular highlight was family obligation must bring that one up next with my father. Am onto Big history now.
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Here
I wonder if centrism follows the law of virtue in the political sphere. I would argue against that idea due to there being objectively better options in handling socioeconomic problems.
I would love a reply to anyone else that's thought about this!
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I wonder if centrism follows the law of virtue in the political sphere. I would argue against that idea due to there being objectively better options in handling socioeconomic problems.
I would love a reply to anyone else that's thought about this!
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Mythical
if one mentions God even once whilst explaining these philosophical theories. the purpose is lost. Virtue derives from rational thinking. Most doctrines put a cap on thinking and questioning, where rational thinking is no longer an option.
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if one mentions God even once whilst explaining these philosophical theories. the purpose is lost. Virtue derives from rational thinking. Most doctrines put a cap on thinking and questioning, where rational thinking is no longer an option.
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Harry
I want to mention that -virtue- & -virtual- probably come from the same root. maybe you mention it later in the video, but I. I dunno, I guess I 'wanna feel like a smarty-pants for a few minutes. '
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I want to mention that -virtue- & -virtual- probably come from the same root. maybe you mention it later in the video, but I. I dunno, I guess I 'wanna feel like a smarty-pants for a few minutes. '
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Mark
George Washington!
If God is omnipotent and capable of so much good with such little effort, is God virtuis?
Eudaimonia would in part include, being the best parent and spouse you can be
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George Washington!
If God is omnipotent and capable of so much good with such little effort, is God virtuis?
Eudaimonia would in part include, being the best parent and spouse you can be
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