Virtue Ethics Flashcards
1
Q
Who wrote the theory of virtue ethics?
A
Aristotle
2
Q
What does character based mean?
A
Something that will benefit you.
3
Q
What does eudaimonia mean?
A
To be the greatest and the most virtuous person.
4
Q
What does it mean to have purpose?
A
You must fulfil your purpose as a person
5
Q
What are the moral virtues?
A
Courage
Friendliness
Modesty
Right ambition
6
Q
What are the intellectual virtues
A
Scientific knowledge
Prudence
Wisdom
Intellect
7
Q
What is the golden mean?
A
It is the best thing for a particular person.
8
Q
What is one strength of virtue ethics?
A
Happiness seems a good goal
Flexible
9
Q
What is one weakness of virtue ethics?
A
No specific answer
Ignores individual acts
