The Art of Manliness Can Virtue Be Taught?
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Oct 3, 2022 
Massimo Pigliucci, a philosophy professor and author of "The Quest for Character," delves into the ancient views on virtue. He discusses how the Greeks and Romans believed that virtue could be taught, highlighting cases like Socrates with Alcibiades and Aristotle mentoring Alexander the Great. The complexities of ethical education and mentorship illustrate the trials of instilling virtue in leaders. Pigliucci also connects these age-old insights to modern psychology, revealing practical ways to cultivate better character through relationships and self-reflection.
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Moral Philosophy
- Moral philosophy explores right and wrong actions and how to live.
- Greco-Roman ethics explored broader life priorities and self-conduct.
Greco-Roman Virtue
- Greco-Roman virtue differs from today's popular Christian view.
- It centers on excellence (arete) and being the best human possible.
Four Cardinal Virtues
- Greco-Roman virtue means living well with others by following four virtues: practical wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance.
- This involves knowing what's good, treating others fairly, acting bravely, and behaving appropriately.
