Philosophy lies in the basis of human thinking. We make decisions, choose a way for one to go, strive to understand the rules, which the whole universal eternity follows, acquire knowledge, including the knowledge of the human soul. Thus, when we try to understand, what will make us happy, still we seek answer in the deep philosophical thinking. Aristotle is one of the most influential philosophers of all time, his works, such as “Nicomachean Ethics”, which I will focus on today, left a great impact
The term happiness cannot be contained or explained through words. No word is right word to explain the essence of happiness. Happiness is a spiritual element that is far beyond human explanation. It is eternal and human inheritance. The word happiness cannot make you happy like the word water cannot quench. For someone who is thirst must drink water and quench the throat. And the same thing is true with happiness. Happiness is not something verbal or to be induced from outside. No money, power,
Abstract: In this paper I ponder the view, proposed by several people from Aristotle to Russell, that knowledge provides purpose and meaning of human life, and I find it deficient. I propose that the meaning and purpose of human life is happiness and argue that, while knowledge is not the ultimate purpose and meaning of human life, it is a precondition of happiness. In the context of this question there are various key terms that need to be clearly defined. First of all, the title emphasizes the term
Happiness is an emo on most individuals strive to for. Some people may even say that happiness is one of the more difficult emo ons to maintain. But, is happiness always necessary? While posi ves emo ons are essen al in life, o en mes alterna ve emo ons are undermined. Anger, sadness, and fear are also emo ons vital for an individual's self expression through daily obstacles. Emo ons provoke the brain to be more ac ve by increasing brain ac vity, heightening listening skills, Improving arguing skills
Humans are unlike any other species on earth. There are many unique traits and characteristics that only humans show. While there are many differences between humans and other species, feelings are a central part of what separates humans. Distinct attributes such as happiness, compassion, and disgust are the most apparent feelings displayed. What makes us human, is having the capability to express feelings and emotions. Happiness, an emotional state of “being happy” is something that only a human
the world and life as we know it through critical and analytical thinking which have endeavored to solve long pondering problems. Socrates was one of history's most famous philosophers and he inspired the likes of Plato who contributed greatly to the study of philosophy. CONTENT: Socrates attitude about philosophy centered around what is good and the relative intuition
the word, is derived from the ancient Greek word ‘hēdonē’ meaning pleasure. This ethical theory states how pleasure (in terms of a persons satisfaction and desires) is what all humans aspire to, as it is in their opinion the highest good in life. Hedonists believe that we are only motivated by pleasure or pain as humans. Now the idea of pleasure is a pretty broad concept. Pleasure can be seen as delight, a pleasant feeling, ecstasy, contentment, elation, exhilaration, love, gratification, joy, satisfaction
INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON Man vs. Hedonism: The Quest of Selfish Angelika F. Young 12-Drucker I. Introduction Philosophy, study the history of human thought. And it requires great ideas to understand all the life big questions. This paper aimed to know, how man become selfish, because of Hedonism. This philosophical theme will let us understand more what hedonism is. And in this paper, I shall be identifying which is higher in Hedonism the Pleasure or the pain. The hedonism
that to gain that real happiness we need to work for it, even if playing included in the process of accomplishing this happiness as well. He also described work as the energy to utilize and to take advantage of the sources that provided to human beings on Earth. But there is no end to the human satisfaction because our wants are unlimited in life. We tend always to work hard to gain more happiness because when one desire is satisfied, another one takes its place. So, the human mind made that he/she
the claim that Kantianism and Utilitarianism have 2 distinct views on human life and the way it’s value should guide an individual’s morals. She firstly focuses on explaining the Utilitarian perspective on individual purpose and life value, rather dramatically calling it a task “not for the faint-hearted” (O’Neill, 4). Fundamentally, utilitarianism upholds a standard of maximizing utility, meaning that no one individual’s happiness is to be ranked above the greater good in importance. She describes