Pleasure, utility, virtue. Summary of the start of Aristotle's treatment of friendship.
Nicomachean Ethics playlist: • Aristotle Nicomachean ...
0:00 Observations about Friendship
1:35 Mutual Goodwill
2:24 Three Types
2:55 Reading Questions
Reading Questions
1. Why are friendships of utilty & friendships of pleasure "easily dissolved"?
2. Why are friendships of pleasure common among the young?
3. Aristotle might say complete friendships are the only ones where the friends truly value each other for who they are. Can you explain why?
4. Why are complete friendships longer-lasting & more pleasant than the other two kinds?
5. Why are complete friendships rare?
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