Virtue Ethics

“Virtue Ethics“ is a free online course on Janux that is open to anyone. Learn more at janux.ou.edu.
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Dr. Linda Zagzebski is a George Lynn Cross Research Professor and the Kingfisher College Chair of the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics at the University of Oklahoma
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Amazing.

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Virtue also existed in Mesoamerica, namely in the philosophy of the Nahua.

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🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 😃 The course focuses on positive aspects, admiration, and human excellence in virtue ethics. 00:29 📜 Virtue, synonymous with human excellence, is central in ancient Greek, Chinese, and modern virtue ethics. 01:08 🕰️ The history of virtue ethics spans from antiquity to the Middle Ages, experienced decline, and then resurgence in the 20th century. 01:23 🧐 Contemporary virtue ethics draws from Aristotle's concept of virtue, but the instructor also introduces an "exemplary" theory. 01:48 🌟 "Exemplars" like Confucius, Gandhi, Mandela, and ordinary people inspire the "exemplary" virtue theory. 02:00 💖 Virtues encompass moral, intellectual, civic, and executive aspects, shaping behavior and character. 02:38 ❓ The course delves into questions about the nature, measurement, and criticism of virtues, and their relationship to happiness and community.