Aristotle - purpose - superior and subordinate aims Flashcards
1
Q
What are subordinate aims and how do they link to the superior aim?
A
subordinate aims = small aims that allow for superior aim to be achieved
2
Q
What did Aristotle describe the superior aim as?
A
supreme good
‘It is happiness’
3
Q
Examples of superior and subordinate aims?
A
subordinate - getting up in the morning
superior - earn a living
subordinate - writing first philosophy essay
superior - getting A level qualification
4
Q
Aristotle quote regarding subordinate aims and the supreme aim?
A
‘If then, our activities have some end which we want for its own sake, and for the sake of which we want all other ends…this must be…the supreme Good.’
