30 Questions
What is the result of pleasure as consciousness gathering up the formal properties of an object?
The object's desirable characteristics become autonomous ends
What is a characteristic of an individual who possesses and exercises virtue?
They have inner harmony and their desires align with their reason
According to the concept of good presented, what is good?
That which produces pleasure
What does pleasure signal, according to the text?
The fusion of things and fortunate encounters
What is the result of the self looking at the affectivity of the object aside from its material aspect?
The self encounters values to whom the self is willing to serve
What does pleasure add to the object, according to the text?
Overtone of value
What does Ricoeur believe is essential to consider when understanding an image or experience?
The place and role of feeling in the imaginative process
What does Ricoeur argue is closely linked with imagination in classical theories of metaphor?
Feeling
What is the result of the complex relation created towards the object of perception, according to Ricoeur?
A break in the logical distance between the object and the self
What happens to imagination and consciousness when they are captivated by pleasure?
They become powerless and lose initiative
What is the result of the corporeal orchestration of emotion?
The affective imagination becomes aberrant
What does Ricoeur describe as an act of interiorization that creates a projection or motivation towards the objective state of affairs?
Feeling
What is resemblance ultimately, according to Ricoeur?
A rapprochement which reveals a generic kinship between heterogeneous ideas
What is the effect of pleasure separated from need on consciousness?
It resigns the function of consciousness
What happens to the self when it pursues pleasure for its own sake?
The self becomes more autonomous
What does Ricoeur describe as a second order intentional structure, quoting Strasser?
Feeling
What is the bondage that freedom imposes on itself?
The function of affective anticipation and latent valuation
What is the outcome of the pleasurable transforming itself into demands?
The self pursues it for its own sake
What is the primary focus of morality, according to the text?
Using reason to illuminate a justified course of action
How does morality change, according to Khatibi and Khormaei?
Through personal development and human cognitive development
What is the key difference between ethics and morality, according to the text?
Ethics recognizes diverse moral positions, while morality adheres to a set of established rules
What is the ultimate goal of ethics, according to Leovino Garcia?
To attain happiness and make humans free and civilized
Why do we need to study ethics, according to the text?
Because it helps us understand moral concepts and bring together diverse views
What is the relationship between ethics and morality, according to the text?
Ethics comes first, and morality follows as a guide towards goodness
What is a consequence of the incompleteness of understanding of Aristotle's work?
The distrust of the authority and role of the church
What is the characteristic of Aquinas's writing approach to Aristotle's passages?
A defender's view, aiming to answer the problems raised by Aristotle
What is a difference between writing in Aquinas's time and in ancient times?
The writing technology was a new form of technology that mutated over time
What prompted doubts about the authority of the church?
The incompleteness of understanding of Aristotle's work
What is the purpose of Aquinas's explanation of Aristotle's passages?
To show the relevance of Aristotle's views to theology
What is the significance of Aristotle's work in understanding human existence?
It is recognized as very important
Study Notes
Pleasure and Consciousness
- Pleasure is the result of consciousness gathering up the formal properties of an object, aside from its material aspect.
- When the self looks at the affectivity of the object, aside from its material aspect, it results in pleasure.
- Pleasure adds a certain significance to the object, making it more attractive and desirable.
Virtue and Good
- An individual who possesses and exercises virtue is characterized by their ability to make rational decisions and act accordingly.
- According to the concept of good presented, good is the outcome of rational decision-making and virtuous actions.
- Good is the result of an individual's ability to make choices that align with their moral principles.
Ricoeur's Concepts
- Ricoeur believes it is essential to consider the affective and imaginary aspects of an image or experience.
- Imagination is closely linked with metaphor in classical theories, according to Ricoeur.
- The complex relation created towards the object of perception results in a deeper understanding and appreciation of the object.
Imagination and Consciousness
- When imagination and consciousness are captivated by pleasure, they become more intense and focused.
- This intensity leads to a greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.
Corporeal Orchestration of Emotion
- The corporeal orchestration of emotion results in a more profound emotional experience.
Interiorization and Projection
- Ricoeur describes an act of interiorization that creates a projection or motivation towards the objective state of affairs.
Resemblance and Metaphor
- Resemblance is ultimately a product of the imagination, according to Ricoeur.
Pleasure and Need
- When pleasure is separated from need, it affects consciousness by making it more aware of its desires and preferences.
Morality and Ethics
- When the self pursues pleasure for its own sake, it can lead to a decrease in moral awareness and a focus on personal gratification.
- Ricoeur describes a second-order intentional structure, quoting Strasser, as a means of understanding moral awareness.
- The bondage that freedom imposes on itself is the restriction of personal desires and preferences.
Morality and Ethics (continued)
- The outcome of the pleasurable transforming itself into demands is a shift from personal desire to moral obligation.
- The primary focus of morality is the well-being of others, according to the text.
- Morality changes when individuals become more aware of their moral obligations, according to Khatibi and Khormaei.
- The key difference between ethics and morality is that ethics focuses on individual character, while morality focuses on actions and their consequences.
- The ultimate goal of ethics is to create a more virtuous individual, according to Leovino Garcia.
Importance of Studying Ethics
- We need to study ethics because it helps us understand the importance of moral awareness and virtuous actions.
Relationship between Ethics and Morality
- The relationship between ethics and morality is that ethics focuses on individual character, while morality focuses on actions and their consequences.
Aristotle's Work
- The incompleteness of understanding of Aristotle's work led to a re-evaluation of his concepts and ideas.
- Aquinas's writing approach to Aristotle's passages is characterized by a detailed and thorough explanation.
- The difference between writing in Aquinas's time and in ancient times is the level of detail and analysis.
Significance of Aristotle's Work
- The significance of Aristotle's work lies in its ability to help us understand human existence and the importance of moral awareness and virtuous actions.
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