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Political Philosophy-Dr. Laurie M Johnson
Aristotle: Friendship of Unequals: Is it Possible? (5)
Oct 27, 2023
Explore Aristotle's beliefs on friendships of unequals, discussing natural hierarchies and virtues in relationships. Delve into unequal relationships within families and friendships, focusing on roles based on virtues. Learn about the nature of love in friendships and mutual respect despite status differences.
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- Aristotle emphasizes understanding natural hierarchies in unequal friendships to form diverse types of connections.
- In unequal relationships, individuals must fulfill specific roles and virtues to maintain forms of friendship despite inequality.
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Aristotle's View on Different Types of Friendship
Aristotle discusses different types of friendships, focusing on the friendships based on superiority and inferiority. He highlights relationships like those between a father and a son or a man and a woman, emphasizing the natural hierarchy in such connections. Aristotle suggests that while equality is crucial in friendship, many human relationships involve unequal roles, and understanding these natural hierarchies is essential for forming various types of friendships.
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