Gun-Decking I spoke with my SEL, Senior Chief Reynolds, about the gun-decking case and the consequences that gun-decking can have in the fleet. As we discussed this case, Senior Chief stressed the importance of planning, loyalty, and trust. He told me that passing a command inspection is a big deal and requires an immense amount of planning and preparation.
Thanks Christine! Yes, I believe virtue shouldn't be placed if one did good to other. And you must understand every good act comes in various ways. Just like Odysseus in the Odyssey, he showed a sign of virtue when he had the strength and courage leading his men into a dangerous journey. This does show he's virtue for exhibiting such strength and wisdom in his quest.
The great Aristotle declared, “We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly.” Virtue should be defined as perfect or righteous. However, it can be argued that because Ransom is a man, and man is sinful, he could not choose to be virtuous. Because this is the case, and man is inherently sinful as Jesus said in Matthew, “No one is good but One, that is, God” (Mark 10:18), we will adapt Merriam Webster’s definition of virtue, “Conformity to a standard of right, morality. A particular moral excellence” (merriam-webster.com).
A virtue is when a person behaves in a moral manner. Certain virtues that societies should possess can be harmful. Typically, good virtues, such as honor, courage, and compassion. are commonly used by people as a way of living. Every society should live by the good virtues and strive to ensure that all citizens are treated equally.
Aristotle also guarantee that to be a virtuous person we have to been teach and also of what we see. There are two types of virtues, the intellectual virtue the one that we learn in school when we read and learn ethics; we learn wisdom, prudence, rationality; and the moral virtue, we learn this virtue by guidance, of parents, teachers, or mentors; we learn fairness, kindness, loyalty, courage, and conscientiousness. As well there are 5 types of morality in this theory; Moral complexity [virtue ethics is a form of ethical pluralism; there are at least 2 fundamental moral rules], Moral understanding [in order to be a good person you have to have experience and training], Moral education [knowing the difference between right and wrong isn’t native], Moral wisdom [obtain through practice, experience, or training], and Moral luck [depends on actions out of our control]. (Bernal, PP) Antonio Ricci was a virtuous person? Or he was involved in a tragic dilemma?
In Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics, Book ll, he explains that virtue is a habit of right action, formed by acting rightly (Nicomachean Ethics, p. 71). What he means by this is that everyone has the chance to act virtuously, but we must for work at doing what is right. Aristotle thought we should be virtuous because if we live virtuously than we will have a better life over
Plato’s extensively insightful work, titled Meno, delves into the topic of virtue and attempts to define what is undefinable (Plato 45). Virtue is the context of this essay is referencing is aretê, or virtue in general (Plato 47). Throughout this essay, the writer will compare and contrast the main characters, Socrates and Meno, based on how they are presented throughout Meno and their opinion on virtue. To begin with, the character Meno can be described as an arrogant, simple-minded, and throughout a majority of the dialogue, inconsistent with his own views on virtue.
While reading the text, Nicomachean ethics, which was written by Aristotle, one can see that friendship is quite and important and necessary element when it comes to living a virtuous and happy life. Friendship can be a very powerful tool when it comes to living a virtuous life as it can help individuals grow and can also make virtuous actions come more easily to an individual as friends will always challenge one to grow. In this paper, we will explore how friendship impacts not only moral implications but political ones as well. Therefore, friendship is discussed even in today 's society as it can have many different roles not only towards an individual’s choices but as a society as a whole, as it can affect factions as well depending on the
Aristotle, Bentham and Mill, and Kant are all authors of different ages. During this week’s readings, all of the author's writings talk about what their beliefs when it comes to ethics and virtues. Every piece, written in a different way, yet the same. After reading all of the passages, it is my belief that the most important virtue that Aristotle argues for is moral. So what exactly is moral?
Out of the Silent Planet What is virtue? Merriam-Webster defines virtue as morally good behavior or character. So how does one become truly virtuous? Must they simply avoid evil or morally wrong behavior? Or must virtue be an active choice?
In the second dialogue titled Apology in the book ‘The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues’, Socrates presents his defense to the men of Athens who will ultimately vote to either acquit or convict him for the charges laid against him by Meletus, Anytus and Lycon. While reiterating the importance of virtue, and self-examination in his defense, Socrates uses the aforementioned quote to predict a certain fate for the unrighteous people he calls his murderers. These people, he argues, are committing an unjust act by persecuting him. This essay will analyze Socrates’ understanding of virtue and consequently argue that parallels could be drawn between Socrates and Jesus (central figure in Christianity) in their understanding and proclamation
Virtue is defined in many ways. Some say that it comes from the Latin word ‘virtus’, meaning virtue or courage, which comes from the other Latin word ‘vir’, which means man, meaning that virtue is the qualities of a man, such as courage. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines virtue as, “conformity to a standard of right [and/or] a particular moral excellence” (Merriam-Webster 899). With all these definitions floating around, it is hard to determine what virtues really is and what it really means to have virtue. In Plato’s Meno, Socrates and Meno discuss the definition of virtue and whether it can be taught.
Virtues, according to Aristotle are formed by habits. As a result, virtues are the result of habits. Furthermore, Aristotle makes the argument that virtue is the disposition to act in a right manner. Furthermore, the habits to be acquired need to be repeated and corrected to live an ethical life. Therefore, virtue requires discipline and consistent habits, more external than internal, as opposed to say, Socrates.
In “Ethical Virtue,” Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle demonstrates, and elaborates on the virtues of intellect and ethics, in order to fulfill happiness. The difference between the both, is that intellectual virtue grows from teachings and experience throughout time, and ethical virtue come from habits (493). “Thus the kinds of habits we form from early childhood are of no small importance; they matter a great deal - indeed, they make all the difference…” (494). In other words, one must exercise what they acquire, or learn, so by doing just things one becomes just. Furthermore, if one wishes to achieve happiness, they must aim at what is intermediate, meaning that virtue is a mean.
Virtue in his term is one that can meet the highest point of happiness; rich, fame, power, etc. In today’s society, it is kindness, intelligence, friendlessness, courage, etc. He would consider a celebrity to be at the highest peak of virtue and gain happiness, however, the happiness is normally attained even at that height. Someone who is poor and is sacrificing their food and money to help another poor family is someone to be considered as a true virtuous person. Aristotle didn’t think of how differently society would be then and now.
