The question of what is just is often sought after in the studying of philosophical works. In Plato’s Republic‚ the definition of the virtue of justice is pursued. In Book I of Plato’s Republic‚ Thrasymacus claims the following: “what’s just is nothing other than what’s advantageous of the stronger” (338c). Following that statement‚ Thrasymacus is asked by Socrates to explain it further‚ to which Thrasymacus states that in every city that is governed aristocratically‚ tyrannically‚ or democratically
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According to Aristotle‚ we get moral virtue as a result of habit and none of the moral virtues arise in us by nature‚ because nothing that exists by nature can form a habit contrary to its nature. Nature has no effect on how moral virtues arise in us. Instead‚ we receive nature when we adapt‚ and therefore are made perfect by habit. A good example Aristotle uses is that we have senses before we even know how to use them. Eventually we learn how to use them by exercising them everyday. Another good
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their named blackened or telling the truth and being hung. While vanity may be a powerful motivator‚ it is not strong enough to drive someone to accept death over living with a ruined reputation. The people of Salem chose to tell the truth out of honesty to abide by their religious values and to not further compromise their inner integrity‚ and people in today’s society can be seen exhibiting the same reputable actions. All throughout The Crucible‚ Rebecca Nurse and Martha Corey are continuously
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Patience is a Virtue Are you an impatience person? A person that complains a lot that all the things you want are done instantly. Or a person that would like to use every second of his/her time wisely. Here explains why patience is a virtue and why we should have patience. The phrase “patience is a virtue” is just a way of expressing the importance of being patient. A virtue is a trait or quality deemed to be morally excellent and thus is valued as a foundation of principle and good moral being
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San Joaquin Valley College Different Approaches to Virtue By Martin P. Aguayo Philosophy 1 C May 13‚ 2010 Virtue Ethics The Greeks though of virtue as excellence‚ but the biggest part of being virtuous is being human. Compassion‚ integrity and courage are some of the virtues that make someone human. Animals do not have a concept of what virtue is‚ so that makes it solely a human act. You never see animals being courteous to each other‚ nor do you see them offer assistance to each other.
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Journal #1‚ Honesty and Communication Prof. Lichman As I decided to take on this honesty challenge seriously‚ I wondered how hard the challenge would actually be when I actually start doing it. Many thoughts fluttered my mind and I wondered if I would actually have the capability to accomplish it to a full extent. As my mind set‚ I concluded that I would try my best to deliver true honesty toward as many people as I possibly can during the experiment and see what new and life changing experiences
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Job Descriptions - Explained Writing job descriptions with examples. Job descriptions are essential. Job descriptions are required for recruitment so that you and the applicants can understand the role. Job descriptions are necessary for all people in work. A job description defines a person’s role and accountability. Without a job description it is not possible for a person to properly commit to‚ or be held accountable for‚ a role. As an employee you may have or be given the opportunity to
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The article that I read was titled "Balancing Politeness with Honesty" and discussed how to balance the two in social situations. I found it on skillsyouneed.com with a date of 2011-2014. There was no author listed. I chose this article because it seemed to be an interesting read. The topic is one that everyone encounters‚ whether or not you know how to handle the situation. It was a very interesting article about how the two can sometimes conflict with each other‚ but made certain to include
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questions. Whereas most people would lie about the situation to make them and their household look innocent‚ Benvolio told the events truthfully and honestly. Benvolio’s honesty shows that he values honesty over the consequences. The honesty of Benvolio is not in many and demonstrates the Aquarius. Benvolio not only demonstrates honesty‚ but also loyalty. He shows an example of his loyalty to Romeo‚ as he is depressed about love‚ as he loves someone and she does not love him back. Benvolio then tells
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THE HELP- 11th Honors Literature Brittany Brown ““Mrs. Taylor said to draw what we like about ourselves best.” I saw then a wrinkled‚ sad looking paper in her hand. I turned it over and sure enough‚ there’s my baby white girl done colored herself black. “She said black means I got a dirty‚ bad face.” She plant her face in her pillow and cried something awful.” Chap. 31‚ pg. 409 The lasting impact of early life lessons is shown in this quote. This idea was an ever-present theme in the book
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