
Sean Kelly on Homer and Philosophy
Philosophy Bites
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The Threat of Over-Reflective Actions
To live a good life involves just acting sometimes, not burning ourselves with the reflection. Homer seems to think that at our best, we experience actions as drawn out of us. But following strong passions can lead people into immoral behaviour. It is no guarantee you're going to do something worthwhile because it feels right for you.
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