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Jennifer Herdt
Gilbert L. Stark Professor of Christian Ethics at Yale University’s Divinity School, specializing in virtue ethics and moral thought. Author of several books including Assuming Responsibility and Forming Humanity.
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Feb 11, 2025
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Affairs of the Heart: The Ethical Significance of Anger | Prof. Jennifer Herdt
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In this discussion, Jennifer Herdt, a Yale University ethicist specializing in virtue ethics, explores the intricacies of anger as an emotion intertwined with ethical responsibility. She contrasts human emotionality with AI's computational logic, shedding light on the vital role of anger in justice and relationships. Herdt delves into philosophical distinctions between anger and resentment, while advocating for a harmonious blend of passions and reason. She emphasizes how cultivating virtue can channel anger positively, urging listeners to appreciate its significance in moral dynamics.
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