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The History of Revolutionary Ideas: Socrates w/Agnes Callard
Past Present Future
Evolution of Ethical Frameworks
This chapter explores the historical progression of ethical theories, focusing on utilitarianism, consequentialism, and the Stoics' cosmopolitan ideals. It highlights the impact of 18th-century philosophers like Kant on moral imperatives and the revival of Aristotelian virtue ethics in the 20th century. Additionally, it discusses the significance of Socratic thought in shaping modern ethical considerations and the importance of rational inquiry over primal instincts in the formulation of ethical norms.
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