Aristotle & Virtue Theory: Crash Course Philosophy #38
Published on Dec 5, 2016
This week we explore final ethical theory in this unit: Aristotle’s virtue theory. Hank explains the Golden Mean, and how it exists as the midpoint between vices of excess and deficiency. We’ll also discuss moral exemplars, and introduce the concept of “eudaimonia.”
Utilitarianism: Crash Course Philosophy #36
Published on Nov 21, 2016
Our next stop in our tour of the ethical lay of the land is utilitarianism. With a little help from Batman, Hank explains the principle of utility, and the difference between act and rule utilitarianism.
This chapter actually came out as very interesting to me. I enjoyed watching both videos but the one that got my attention the most was the virtue theory one. Aristotle had the belief that virtuous people existed and he focused a lot on the “perfect self”. It doesn't tell you exactly what to do. What it does is it focuses on being good people for now, doing your part as a human being, so that good things can happen after that. That is something I do stand for and believe in a lot, so I really liked it.
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I love that the Crash course video shows how virtue theory focuses on he individual. It really opened my eyes to how easy it is to get caught up in what someone else has and the constant comparison. It made me realize that it doesn't have to be a set amount in tithe or how you much you do, as long as it was a solid effort from you. Though to some it may be a small act but in reality it could have been your last dollar you donated.
ReplyDeleteIt's curious how we all function to seek pleasure or avoid pain. To Epicurus, we should always do what makes us happy; However, the dilemma that arises with this hedonistic thinking is that many times what we think makes us happy, only does in the short term. Eating that whole pizza may make you happy in the moment, but if we always indulge since it makes us 'happy' then this pursuit of pleasure will inevitably lead to our downfall.
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I really enjoyed watching these videos. Crash course videos really helps to break down the information and make it easier to understand.
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DeleteI liked these videos because I am currently taking a Philosophy class, and Aristotle and his Virtue Theory was a highlight of the class. It was basically a belief that people receive good things and do good things in order to be a good person, and this reminds me of karma with Hindus. AMAZING and funny video with Batman and the Joker for Utilitarianism! Loved the videos!
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