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7 Cards in this Set
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What is the final end? |
Happiness (Eudaimonia) |
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What is Eudaimonia? |
Ultimate happiness |
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What are the intellectual virtues? |
Prudence/practical wisdom Intuitive intelligence Wisdom Scientific knowledge Art/craft |
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Why is it realistic? |
Because if everyone tries to reach their Eudaimonia it helps develop character |
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What are the basic principles? |
Right intention Role of the teacher Learning from mistakes |
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Strengths of Virtue ethics |
Holistic- Whole personality is considered Human centred- values strength of moral character Allows for moral judgement Makes no claim for perfect answer Eudaimonia is good for society Not difficult to understand Human emotions are important |
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Weaknesses of Virtue ethics |
•Ignores cultural relativism •Someones Eudaimonia might conflict with anothers •Only anthropocentric •difficult to apply to moral dilemmas •doesnt account for laws of the land |
