Nicomachean Ethics (eBook)

Aristotle (Autor)

John Alexander Smith (Herausgeber)

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2023
181 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776648-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "Nicomachean Ethics," Aristotle embarks on a profound exploration of moral philosophy, presenting a systematic framework for understanding the nature of the good life. Through a meticulous examination of virtue ethics, the text articulates the concept of eudaimonia (flourishing) as the ultimate aim of human existence. Aristotle employs a methodical approach, emphasizing the importance of character and the role of rationality in ethical decision-making. His literary style combines empirical observation with philosophical rigor, making it a seminal text in both ethics and moral psychology that has influenced countless philosophers throughout history. Aristotle, a towering figure of ancient Greek philosophy, was a student of Plato and tutor to Alexander the Great. His diverse experiences and keen observation of human behavior deeply informed his ethical theories. Writing in the context of a rapidly evolving Athenian democracy, Aristotle sought to provide a framework that addressed both individual moral conduct and the social dimensions of ethics, thus bridging personal integrity with communal responsibility. "Nicomachean Ethics" is essential reading for anyone interested in the foundations of Western philosophy. Its insights into virtue and practical wisdom remain relevant, inviting contemporary reflection on moral character and ethical living. This work not only challenges readers to pursue a meaningful life but also equips them with the intellectual tools necessary for navigating the complexities of human morality.

Autor

Aristotle (384–322 BCE) stands as a towering figure in ancient Greek philosophy, making contributions to logic, metaphysics, mathematics, physics, biology, botany, ethics, politics, agriculture, medicine, dance and theatre. He was a student of Plato and later tutored Alexander the Great. Aristotle's prolific body of work includes approximately 200 works, of which around 31 survive in treatises and notes that have laid the groundwork for various disciplines (Barnes, 1984). Among the most notable of his treatises is the 'Nicomachean Ethics,' a seminal work in the field of ethics that remains a central text in the philosophical canon (Crisp, 2000). The work elucidates the concept of virtue ethics, a cornerstone in the study of moral philosophy, and articulates the notion of eudaimonia—often translated as happiness or flourishing—as the aim of human life. In addition to his ethical inquiries, Aristotle was known for his 'Poetics,' where he delineates the principles of dramatic theory and literary criticism, and his 'Politics,' a compilation of his views on the nature of the state and political community (Reeve, 1998). His contributions span from practical ethics to the most abstract metaphysical theories. Aristotle's deductive system of logic, sometimes known as Aristotelian logic, had been the dominant system of logic until 19th century advances in logical theory. Hailed as the 'father of logic,' as well as biology, Aristotle crafted a legacy that endures in the intellectual traditions of the West and continues to influence various fields of contemporary philosophy.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 27.12.2023
• Übersetzer: Drummond Percy Chase
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie ► Philosophie Altertum / Antike
• Schlagworte: 12 Rules for Life • Ancient Greek philosophy • Aristotelian Ethics • Aristotle's works • classical philosophy books • David Hume • Deepak Chopra • Didactic Writing Style • Eckhart Tolle • Ethical Theory • ethical theory guide • eudaimonia happiness • Friedrich Nietzsche • Friendship and Happiness • human nature analysis • John Stuart Mill • Meditations • Moral Philosophy • moral philosophy classics • moral philosophy insights • Nicomachean Ethics text • Peripatetic school • personal conduct ethics • philosophical inquiry • philosophical treatises • Plato • practical wisdom exploration • rational soul • Socratic dialogues influence • Socratic influences reflection • the daily stoic • The Lessons of History • Virtue and Morality • Virtue Ethics • Western intellectual history