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Participation Discussion 5 Virtue Ethics

Participation Discussion 5

Q Briefly explain Aristotle's Virtue Theory, and how we can develop a virtuous character through practice. Then give an example of how you have applied (or tried and failed to apply) this concept in your own life. Finally, tell us whether you think that Aristotle is correct in thinking that we can develop a virtuous character through habit? Why or why not?

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A different approach from Utilitarianism and Deontology, Virtue Ethics focuses more on the virtues associated with the performance of an action to decide what one should do when facing a dilemma. Having traits that are virtuous and living a good life are connected according to Aristotle’s virtue ethics theory. As Aristotle believed, every human being had a purpose in life, and that was happiness or well-being. Now to achieve this, it was mainly required to live a life of virtue and be influenced and guided by choices that reflect virtue.