Essays Tagged: "Virtue ethics"

State and Explain Aristotle's theory of virtue ethics

State and Explain Aristotle's theory of virtue ethicsVirtues, according to Aristotle, are those strengths of character that promote 'eudoman ... gths of character that promote 'eudomania' (human flourishing). A good action is a product of these virtues. A person is virtuous in so far as he acts with the goal of human flourishing in view.Aristo ... stotle's theory revolves around character rather than around the actions themselves. For Aristotle, Virtue is something practiced and thereby learned - it is habit (hexis) which causes a person to cho ...

(2 pages) 317 0 2.2 Nov/2002

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Classical Philosophy

Child Custody and Homosexuality. Ethics in Psychology/Counseling or dealing with children.

alues or principles. One model proposed by Jordan and Meara (1990), describes underlying beliefs or virtues upon which ethical decision-making should be based. This would include approaching our core ... hing our core beliefs that are not covered in the APA code of ethics. Attention to these underlying virtues will lead psychologists to ask ourselves a number of questions which will help guide us in d ...

(10 pages) 311 0 3.9 Oct/2003

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Current Issues

"Confucian Moral Self Cultivation" by Philip J. Ivanhoe book report.

st and West, Harvard Journal of Asiatic Studies, and Asia Major. His latest works includes, Working Virtue: Virtue Ethics and Contemporary Moral Problems, coeditor with Rebecca Walker, (2004). Essays ...

(6 pages) 82 0 4.4 Nov/2003

Subjects: History Term Papers > Asian History

Ethics- theory of Virtue Ethics

Explain the theory of Virtue EthicsVirtue Ethics was originally introduced to society by Aristotle in ancient Greek times. ... the actions or duties a person performs. Instead of concentrating on what is the right thing to do, virtue ethics asks how you can be a better person. Aristotle claims that leading a virtuous life is ... l be nothing more than everyday life and the person a virtuous person. Aristotle said that although virtues should become a habit we must never forget that we behave in such a way because it is right. ...

(4 pages) 526 1 4.0 Dec/2003

Subjects: Humanities Essays

Explain the theory of Virtue Ethics

Aristotle originally introduced virtue Ethics to society in ancient Greek times. Virtue Ethics tells us that we should look at the c ... the actions or duties a person performs. Instead of concentrating on what is the right thing to do, virtue ethics asks how you can be a better person. Aristotle claims that leading a virtuous life is ... l be nothing more than everyday life and the person a virtuous person. Aristotle said that although virtues should become a habit we must never forget that we behave in such a way because it is right. ...

(4 pages) 169 0 3.8 Mar/2004

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy

What is Virtue Theory? "Virtue Ethics is of little practical use to someone faced with a moral problem." Discuss.

AVirtue Theory is the theory that right actions follow from becoming a moral person, and that by beco ... ong. When we know what is truly right or wrong we have flourished as humans, and we have eudemonia. Virtue ethics is one of the main forms of normative ethics, and often called arêtaic ethics (a ... cs (arête- virtue, from Greek). It contrasts deontology, which emphasizes rules and duties. A virtue is an admirable human characteristic such as courage, kindness or forgiveness that distinguis ...

(4 pages) 290 0 3.3 May/2004

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Comparative Philosophy & Ethics

Ethics - Moral Philosophy

MORAL PHILOSOPHYVirtue ethics descends from the classical Hellenistic tradition represented by Plato and Aristotle, ... ultivation of virtuous traits of character is viewed as morality's primary function. I believe that virtue ethics is a moral philosophy best suited for making business decisions. Most theories do not ... tell a lot about a corporation when you look at the people within the company. Aristotle held that virtue was neither a feeling nor an innate capacity but is rather a disposition bred from an innate ...

(2 pages) 196 0 4.7 Aug/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Computer Ethics

nal philosophers to apply traditional ethical theories, for instance utilitatianism, Kantianism, or virtue ethics to issues regarding the use of computer technology. From a different perspective howev ...

(4 pages) 128 0 3.9 Nov/2004

Subjects: Science Essays > Computer Science > Internet and networking

Establish whether there is an ethical theory that can be successfully applied to business organisations

t is necessary first to define the major ethical theories, which are utilitarianism, deontology and virtue ethics, before determining whether there are any other options. After that, the ethical needs ... act-utilitarianism and deontology. These are traditional not because they have existed longer than virtue ethics, but because for a long time they have been the approaches most commonly used as a bas ...

(11 pages) 311 0 5.0 Dec/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Aristotle's Theory of virtues

Aristotle's Theory of virtuesVirtues, according to Aristotle, are those strengths of character that promote 'eudomania' (h ... gths of character that promote 'eudomania' (human flourishing). A good action is a product of these virtues. A person is virtuous in so far as he acts with the goal of human flourishing in view.Aristo ... stotle's theory revolves around character rather than around the actions themselves. For Aristotle, Virtue is something practiced and thereby learned - it is habit (hexis) which causes a person to cho ...

(6 pages) 214 2 4.4 Jan/2005

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Society and community

Business ethics- explanation of definition

e results in similar and different ways. Those with virtuousness are people of truth and honesty. A virtue ethicist will do what is right without any further notice of another party. With virtue, thei ...

(3 pages) 147 0 3.0 Jun/2006

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Three Super Things I learned from SuperMan

would have been able to retaliate to superman. She has followed her heart but has actually applied virtue ethics in the process. She couldn't stand millions dying. But for me, she couldn't stand more ... ificed all of his strength to save the world, in turn he was able to have a place he can call home. Virtue ethics woks pretty much in a similar manner. A good act is rewarded by one's flourishing whil ...

(2 pages) 23 0 3.0 Jul/2006

Subjects: Art Essays > Film & TV Studies > Film Review and Analysis

Ethical Perspective Paper

er will also address some of the ethical dilemmas that author might face at the workplace.Character/Virtue ethics was founded by Plato and Aristotle. The Virtue theory describes one's focus on what ty ... cribes one's focus on what type of a person one should be rather than what actions to be taken. The Virtue theory is also about building moral character (Weiss, p. 131). The moral characteristics can ...

(4 pages) 279 0 4.0 Jan/2009

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Ethical Perspective Paper

In this paper I will discuss and provide examples of the four ethical perspectives: Character/virtue, Obligation/deontology, Results/utilitarianism, and Equity/relativism. I will conclude this p ... elieve that ethical principals are of value and individual independence should be promotedCharacter/virtueThe ethical perspective entitled Character/virtue is about ethics basics: good moral conduct, ...

(4 pages) 63 0 0.0 May/2009

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Ethics Game Simulation

e others happy. Whatever I choose there, they would have thought of me either as moral or immoral. "Virtue ethics is currently one of three major approaches in normative ethics. It may, initially, be ... jor approaches in normative ethics. It may, initially, be identified as the one that emphasizes the virtues, or moral character, in contrast to the approach which emphasizes duties or rules (deontolog ...

(4 pages) 89 0 0.0 Feb/2010

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Psychology

Aristotles Influence on Current Business and Accounting Ethics

t influence on our current day business ethics and leadership views. Aristotle's views were ones of virtue, which he felt was the most important aspect of ethics. His theory titled Nicomachean ethics ... uld suggest a practical management framework for contemporary business practitioners by providing a virtue-based moral framework for management based in a concern for character, communal well being, a ...

(4 pages) 30 0 4.0 Mar/2010

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Accounting

Ethical Philosophy

mmonly accepted definition of ethics is rules or standards that govern behavior and decision-making.Virtue ethics descends from the classical Hellenistic tradition represented by Plato and Aristotle, ... ultivation of virtuous traits of character is viewed as morality's primary function. I believe that virtue ethics is a moral philosophy best suited for making business decisions. Most theories do not ...

(5 pages) 80 0 0.0 Apr/2010

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Comparative Philosophy & Ethics

Moral Character and Cheating In Sport

syne and sadphronesis; those familiar with ancient Greek language are aware that these are the four virtue ethics of ancient Greece, translating: courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom, accordingly. ... ourage, temperance, justice, and wisdom, accordingly. In Greek philosophy it was thought that these virtues are related, if not completely unified: to have one is to have them all [3]. To speak of eth ...

(6 pages) 1 0 0.0 Apr/2013

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Comparative Philosophy & Ethics

Aristotle's Golden Mean and Some Filipino Values

pakikisama (in a negative sense).The Greek ancient philosopher Aristotle has something to say about virtues. He believes that one should do what is moral. Because of this, he developed a standard on w ... alyze certain Filipino values, both positive and negative in the light of Aristotle's Philosophy on virtue theory of the Golden Mean. The study will be based on library research. With these, the resea ...

(21 pages) 2 0 0.0 Sep/2013

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Philosophy > Comparative Philosophy & Ethics

Virtue Ethics

Ethics 5 Running Head: VIRTUE ETHICS Virtue Ethics [Writer Name] [Institute Name] [Date]     Virtue Ethics Intr ... er of an individual throughout his life is shaped by factors such as beliefs, values and attitudes. Virtue ethics focus on the effective side of individual actions. This paper seeks to establish the a ... focus on the effective side of individual actions. This paper seeks to establish the application of virtue ethics in my social as well as business life. Virtue Ethics Virtue ethics is a body of know ...

(2 pages) 2 0 0.0 Dec/2013

Subjects: Art Essays