Aristotle - eudaimonia - what is the most important virtue / supreme aim in life? Flashcards
1
Q
What is the importance of eudaimonia being achieved through leading a virtuous life?
A
being virtuous = basis + aim of virtue ethics
2
Q
How did Aristotle describe eudaimonia?
A
the end that ‘…we want for its own sake…’
3
Q
Why should eudaimonia be achieved through friendship and why is community seen to be important?
A
society helps develop characteristics of a good person - aim of VE + means to achieving end (eudaimonia)
