Adam Smith Virtue

Question 1

which book was virtue essential to?

Answer 1

theory of moral sentiments

Question 2

virtue shapes:

Answer 2

the “tone and temper, and tenor of conduct, which constitutes the excellent and praise-worthy character, the character which is the natural object of esteem, honor, and approbation”

Question 3

Character of Virtue

Answer 3

prudence, benevolence and self-command

Question 4

prudence

Answer 4

the care of health of the fortune of the rank and reputation of the individual, the objects upon which his comfort and happiness in this life are supposed principally to depend, is considered as the proper business virtue which is commonly called prudence

Question 5

benevolence

Answer 5

on how the character of the individual affects the happiness of other people. first your own care then expanding circles of those around you

Question 6

self-command

Answer 6

the who, in danger, in torture upon the approach of death, preserves his tranquility unaltered and suffers no word, no gesture to escape him which does not perfectly accord with the feelings of the most indifferent spectator, necessarily commands a very high degree of admiration. Impartial spectator