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Explain the theory of Virtue Ethics
Title: Explain the theory of Virtue Ethics
Category: Social Sciences / Philosophy
Details: Words: 1026 | Pages: 4.4 (approximately 235 words/page)
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 character of the person instead of 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 easy, and those who do, do so to be happy. Happiness is …showed first 75 words of 1026 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 1026 total…is the 'golden mean' between two vices it cannot be applied to all virtues. Virtues such as promise keeping, loyalty, and compassion do not fall between any two vices and so Aristotle's theory of this does not really work. Another problem with this theory is that it is of little help to people faced with a moral dilemma. It does not help them make a decision like other theories such a natural law or utilitarianism.
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