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founding figure of virtue ethics. His work,
especially in Nicomachean Ethics, laid the
foundation for this moral philosophy.

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ARISTOTLE

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a moral philosophy that emphasizes
character and virtues rather than rules or
consequences.

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VIRTUE ETHICS

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“the disposition that makes one a good
person and causes him to perform his
function well”

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VIRTUE ETHICS

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It focuses on being a good person rather than simply following moral laws or calculating the best outcomes.

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VIRTUE ETHICS

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KEY PRINCIPLE of virtue ethics

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MORAL CHARACTER

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IS THE FOUNDATION OF ETHICAL LIVING—MEANING THAT BEING GOOD IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN JUST FOLLOWING RULES OR CALCULATING CONSEQUENCES.

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MORAL CHARACTER

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VIRTUE ETHICS ASKS:

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“What kind of person should I be?”

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ARISTOTLE’S 3 KEY ROLE IN
SHAPING VIRTUE ETHICS:

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DEVELOPING THE CONCEPT VIRTUES
THE IDEA OF EUDAIMONIA
THE GOLDEN MEAN

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believed that living a good life depends on developing good character
traits, or virtues.

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Aristotle

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He identified virtues as qualities that help a person live well and achieve eudaimonia (human flourishing or the best life possible).

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Aristotle

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Aristotle identified virtues as qualities that help a person live well
and achieve

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eudaimonia

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(human flourishing or the best life possible).

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eudaimonia

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6 VIRTUES IN ARISTOTLE’S ETHICS

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Wisdom
Courage
Temperance
Justice
Honesty
Kindness

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Making good judgments.

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Wisdom

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Facing fears wisely.

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Courage

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Self-control and balance.

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Temperance

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Treating others fairly.

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Justice

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Speaking and living truthfully.

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Honesty

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Being compassionate and caring.

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Kindness

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is
about long-term well-being and fulfillment.

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eudaimonia

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argued that to reach this state, a person must develop virtues and live according to reason.

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Aristotle

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“Also known as the Ultimate Happiness.”

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EUDAIMONIA

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Aristotle
argued that to reach this state, a person must develop

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virtues and live according to reason

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Aristotle taught that virtues exist between two extremes:

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Excess
Deficiency

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(too much of a trait)
Excess
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(too little of a trait).
Deficiency
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Aristotle categorized virtues into two types.
INTELLECTUAL VIRTUES MORAL VIRTUES
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virtues developed through learning and reasoning
INTELLECTUAL VIRTUES
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5 INTELLECTUAL VIRTUES
Understanding Science Wisdom Art Prudence
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virtues that developed through habit and practice guided by prudence
MORAL VIRTUES
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what type of virtues are these? courage temperance, liberality, magnificence, magnanimity, proper ambition, patience, Truthfulness, Wittiness, friendliness, modesty righteous indignation
MORAL VIRTUES
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The Role of Practical Wisdom
(Phronesis)
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(Phronesis)
The Role of Practical Wisdom
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Virtues aren’t just about knowing what is good; they require practical wisdom
(phronesis).
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This means applying reason and judgment in different situations to act virtuously.
(phronesis).
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phronesis means applying reason and judgment in different situations to act
virtuously
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believed virtue isn’t something we’re born with—it’s learned through experience and habit.
Aristotle
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Aristotle believed virtue isn’t something we’re born with—it’s learned through ---- and -----
experience and habit
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By consistently practicing virtues, they become a
natural part of who we are
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His approach is important because it focuses on character development, which applies to personal growth, leadership, relationships, and even modern fields like business ethics and psychology.
ARISTOTLE
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His approach is important because it focuses on character development, which applies to
personal growth, leadership, relationships, and in business ethics and psychology.
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The role of virtues in virtue ethics is to
shape a person’s character and guide them toward a good, flourishing life (eudaimonia).
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Instead of just following rules or calculating consequences, virtues help a person
naturally make ethical decisions by developing good habits.
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3 types of virtues
Eudamonism Agent-based ethics Ethics of care
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Living according to reason and virtue equals the good life.
Eudamonism
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Focus on moral exemplars— those we admire for their character traits like kindness and compassion.
agent-based ethics
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Feminist- rooted ethics emphasizing relationships, empathy, and care rather than autonomy and justice.
Ethics of Care
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5 core ideas of virtue ethics
guide moral behavior develop good character balance between extremes (golden mean) lead to eudaimonia (flourishing life) shape society & relationships
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Virtues act as a moral compass, helping people make the right choices in different situations.
Guide moral behavior
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Virtues shape who we are, making ethical actions come naturally.
Develop good character
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Virtues prevent people from being too extreme in their actions.
Balance between extremes
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Practicing virtues helps people live fulfilling, meaningful lives.
lead to eudaimonia
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A virtuous person positively influences others and builds better relationships.
Shape society and relationships
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4 STRENGTHS OF VIRTUE ETHICS
- Focuses on character development - Flexible and context-sensitive - applies to all aspects of life - encourages lifelong moral growth
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it encourages people to become morally excellent individuals
focuses on character development
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unlike rigid moral rules, it considers the complexity of human situations
flexible and context-sensitive
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virtue ethics isn;t just about ethical dilemmas; it shapes how we live daily
applies to all aspects of life
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since virtues are developed over time, ethical growth is continuous
encourages lifelong moral worth
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5 WEAKNESSES OF VIRTUE ETHICS
- lack of clear rules - cultural differences in virtues - the problem of moral conflict - difficult to measure virtue - self-centered
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weakness of virtue ethics that doesn't provide specific guidance on what to do in ethical dilemmas
lack of clear rules
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different societies define cirtues differently. what is seen as a virtue in one culture may not be in another
cultural differences in virtues
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it is basically about acquiring virtues for the moral agent's well-being or flourishing
self-centered
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4 APPLICATION OF VIRTUE ETHICS IN REAL LIFE:
- Personal Development - Leadership and Business Ethics - HEALTHCARE ETHICS - SOCIAL JUSTICE & POLITICS
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Practicing virtues like self- discipline, patience, and kindness helps shape a well-rounded person.
Personal Development
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Practicing virtues like self-discipline, patience, and kindness helps shape a
well-rounded person
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Ethical leadership emphasizes integrity, humility, and fairness.
Leadership and Business Ethics
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Ethical leadership emphasizes ------, ------, and ------
integrity, humility, and fairness.
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Doctors and nurses must embody compassion, wisdom, and integrity in their practice, not just follow medical rules.
HEALTHCARE ETHICS
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Virtue ethics promotes civic virtues like justice, courage, and responsibility.
SOCIAL JUSTICE & POLITICS
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promotes civic virtues like justice, courage, and responsibility.
Virtue ethics
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Virtue ethics promotes civic virtues like ---, ----, and ----
justice, courage, and responsibility
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justice, courage, and responsibility. ------------ and ----------
justice, courage, and responsibility.
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It teaches us that ethics is a lifelong journey of self-improvement, reflection, and moral excellence.
VIRTUE ETHICS
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Instead of asking, “What should I do?” virtue ethics asks,
“What kind of person should I be?”
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they must embody compassion, wisdom, and integrity in their practice, not just follow medical rules.
Doctors and nurses

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