Aristotle's Concept of Happiness

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What is the end goal of studying political science according to Aristotle?

To become famous

To acquire knowledge

To accumulate wealth

To take action (correct)

According to Aristotle, who would be considered the unqualifiedly good judge in a particular area of interest?

An expert in that area

A person educated in every area (correct)

Someone with experience in that area

An average person

Why does Aristotle believe older and more experienced individuals are better suited to study political science?

Older people have learned to accord with reason in forming their desires (correct)

Older people are driven by emotions

Young people are more rational

Older people have more time on their hands

What does Aristotle identify as the greatest good according to both everyday people and wise individuals?

Happiness Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle believe honor cannot be the true good?

Honor is dependent on others' opinions Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle differ from Plato regarding the concept of the universal good?

Plato believes the good must last eternally, while Aristotle believes it does not need to. Signup and view all the answers

What does Aristotle suggest is beyond human reach when discussing the Idea of good?

Realizing ideal Forms Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, what must the highest good be in order to be considered complete?

'An end pursued in its own right' Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic distinguishes happiness as the most complete good according to Aristotle?

'Self-sufficiency' Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of a person's function does Aristotle suggest needs to be discussed to determine the highest good?

The function of a person as a whole Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, what is the function of a human being?

Activity of the soul in accord with reason Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle believe that a happy person 'lives well and does well'?

Because of engaging in actions or activities Signup and view all the answers

What does Aristotle emphasize in achieving happiness?

Learning and attention Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle suggest someone can achieve happiness despite changing fortunes?

By maintaining a good character and doing virtuous actions throughout life Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle believe happiness is 'better and more godlike' than other virtues?

Because it is a principle, not just an action Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle distinguish between the rational and nonrational parts of the soul?

The rational part involves impulses, while the nonrational part includes an impulse similar to reason Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle suggest that happiness requires both complete virtue and a complete life?

Because a life ending miserably cannot lead to happiness Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle propose one can become happy?

Through effort, learning, and attention Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, why can't fortune be trusted to sustain happiness?

Because fortune changes unpredictably Signup and view all the answers

What role do health, wealth, friends, and family play in achieving happiness according to Aristotle?

They help a virtuous person engage in virtuous actions Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, why does every craft, line of inquiry, and action seek some good?

To achieve the ultimate end or goal Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle consider political science as the highest ruling science?

It legislates and provides guidance for the good of the community Signup and view all the answers

How does Aristotle differentiate between pursuing the higher end and actions supporting the higher goal?

Pursuing actions supporting the higher goal is also good Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aristotle assert that horsemanship is superior to bridle making?

Because horsemanship aims for a higher end Signup and view all the answers

What does Aristotle mean by stating that political science is 'subordinate' to it covers all others within it?

Political science encompasses all other areas of study Signup and view all the answers

In Aristotle's view, why do the goals of individuals automatically align with the goals of political science?

Because political science aims for the good of the community Signup and view all the answers