“Virtue requires both natural capacity and deliberate practice.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 13 Explanation: Aristotle’s formula for virtue development hinges on two interdependent forces: Real-World Connection: ① Olympic Athletes ② Artistic Genius ③ Ethical Leadership The Golden Equation
The good man’s life is pleasant in itself, for pleasure is a natural accompaniment of noble acts.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 8 Explanation:Aristotle revolutionizes pleasure’s definition — not hedonistic indulgence, but the organic delight flowing from virtuous behavior. Like photosynthesis converting sunlight into plant energy, noble acts (courage, generosity, honesty) transmute effort into … Read more
“The virtue of man is the state of character which makes him a good man and capable of noble deeds.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 13 Explanation:Aristotle defines virtue as the architect of human character — a dynamic framework that transforms raw potential into ethical mastery. Like a blacksmith tempering steel, each virtuous act … Read more
“Moral virtue is formed by habit; none of the moral virtues arise in us by nature.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 13 Explanation:Aristotle’s dual virtue framework maps human excellence: Real-World Connection:① AI Ethics Committee →You analyze algorithm biases (intellectual prudence) → advocate for transparency protocols (moral liberality) → balance innovation with equity (virtue integration).② … Read more
“Virtue also is incomplete; for a man may possess it yet be asleep or inactive throughout life.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 5
“The function of man is an activity of soul which follows or implies a rational principle.”— Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book I, Chapter 7 Simple Explanation:Aristotle argues that humans fulfill their unique purpose (function of man) through rational actions guided by the soul. Unlike plants (which grow) or animals (which sense), our highest activity of soul … Read more