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Human flourishing is solely about individual happiness without regard for the community.
Human flourishing is solely about individual happiness without regard for the community.
False
Eudaimonia, according to Aristotelian ethics, can be equated with the general concept of happiness.
Eudaimonia, according to Aristotelian ethics, can be equated with the general concept of happiness.
True
Holistic well-being refers to addressing only physical health and neglecting mental and emotional aspects.
Holistic well-being refers to addressing only physical health and neglecting mental and emotional aspects.
False
Aristotle asserted that man is defined as an irrational animal in the context of his philosophy.
Aristotle asserted that man is defined as an irrational animal in the context of his philosophy.
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Self-actualization is unrelated to the pursuit of values and goals that are freely and rationally chosen.
Self-actualization is unrelated to the pursuit of values and goals that are freely and rationally chosen.
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The Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle believed that virtue was key to achieving eudaimonia.
The Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle believed that virtue was key to achieving eudaimonia.
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Human flourishing involves using one's talents and abilities in irrational pursuits.
Human flourishing involves using one's talents and abilities in irrational pursuits.
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Eudaimonia is a concept that has been consistently translated as 'welfare' in all contexts throughout history.
Eudaimonia is a concept that has been consistently translated as 'welfare' in all contexts throughout history.
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Eudaimonia is primarily concerned with external prosperity rather than internal virtue.
Eudaimonia is primarily concerned with external prosperity rather than internal virtue.
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Socrates believed that virtue was a form of knowledge necessary for achieving eudaimonia.
Socrates believed that virtue was a form of knowledge necessary for achieving eudaimonia.
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Plato theorized that individuals would naturally feel happiness upon committing wrongful acts.
Plato theorized that individuals would naturally feel happiness upon committing wrongful acts.
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According to Aristotle, happiness can be equated with various forms of wisdom and virtue.
According to Aristotle, happiness can be equated with various forms of wisdom and virtue.
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The four aspects of human nature outlined by Aristotle include physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.
The four aspects of human nature outlined by Aristotle include physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.
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Virtue can be cultivated solely through innate qualities without the need for education and habit.
Virtue can be cultivated solely through innate qualities without the need for education and habit.
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Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics emphasizes the importance of cultivating both intellectual virtues and character virtues to achieve eudaimonia.
Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics emphasizes the importance of cultivating both intellectual virtues and character virtues to achieve eudaimonia.
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According to Aristotle, the highest aim of moral thought and behavior is achieving individual fame and recognition.
According to Aristotle, the highest aim of moral thought and behavior is achieving individual fame and recognition.
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Study Notes
Unit IV: Human Flourishing
- Unit focuses on human flourishing
- Instructor: Dr. Julius Jay N. Rodriguez, LPT, MAT-Sc
- Faculty at NEUST – CAS-MSD
Learning Objectives
- Define flourishing from philosophical and modern perspectives
- Understand the views of two Greek philosophers on virtue
- Appreciate technology's role in human flourishing
- Explain the connection between human flourishing, science, and technology
Setting Up Activity
- Reflect on personal happiness
- Define personal happiness
- Recall a recent experience of happiness
- Identify factors contributing to happiness
Human Being
- Homo sapiens: Distinguished by superior mental development, articulate speech, and upright stance
- Rational animal: Human nature according to Aristotle
- Dualistic existence: Both spiritual and physical dimensions
What is Human Flourishing?
- Self-actualization and fulfillment within the broader community
- Uniqueness, dignity, diversity, freedom, happiness, holistic well-being
- Rational use of individual potential (talents, abilities, virtues)
- Pursuit of chosen values and goals
Human Flourishing: Ancient Greek Perspective
- Plato and Aristotle: Key figures in understanding human flourishing
- Eudaimonia: Flourishing or a good life, often associated with happiness
- Happiness results from eudaimonia
What is Eudaimonia?
- Condition of human flourishing or living well
- Often translated as happiness
- Can also be translated as welfare, flourishing, or well-being
- Derived from Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics
Socrates on Eudaimonia
- Virtue (arête) is a form of knowledge (good and evil)
- Virtue (knowledge) is essential for achieving eudaimonia
- Eudaimonia is the ultimate good for humans
Plato and Eudaimonism
- Unhappiness stems from knowing and acknowledging wrong actions
- Eudaimonia is the highest moral goal
- Virtue is integral to achieving eudaimonia
- Virtue is a moral quality
Developing Virtue (according to Plato)
- Examining things and thinking deeply
- Masterful use of reason
- Living the Four Cardinal Virtues (Wisdom, Courage, Temperance, Justice)
Aristotelian Eudaimonia
- Happiness can be identified with virtue, practical wisdom, or philosophic wisdom, often with pleasure and/or prosperity
- Involves virtuous traits that should not be entirely wrong or incorrect
Aspects of Human Nature (according to Aristotle)
- Physical
- Emotional
- Social
- Rational
Achieving a Virtuous Life
- Education and habit contribute to a virtuous life
- Possessing intellectual virtue and virtues of character leads to eudaimonia (flourishing)
Intellectual Virtue
- Excellent personal trait
- Character strength considered morally good
- Associated with thinking, learning, and cognitive ability
Two Types of Knowledge
- Theoretical knowledge: Understanding principles
- Practical knowledge: Application of principles
Virtue of Character
- Defined in Nicomachean Ethics II.6
- A state involving choice
- Lying in a mean relative to oneself
- Determined by reason
- Excellence involving a balance between two extremes
Eleven Virtuous Traits
- Courage
- Liberality
- Magnanimity
- Truthfulness
- Friendliness
- Shame
- Temperance
- Magnificence
- Patience
- Wittiness
- Justice
Conclusion
- Intellectual virtue + virtues of character = eudaimonia (human flourishing)
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Explore the concept of human flourishing through philosophical insights and modern perspectives. This quiz delves into the views of Greek philosophers on virtue, the impact of technology on happiness, and factors that contribute to personal fulfillment. Reflect on your own experiences of happiness while learning about its broader implications.
