Exploring a Celebrated Philosopher's Unconventional Approach to Morality

The provenance of an idea might provide insight into the idea itself, helping interpret the philosopher's intentions. Despite Parfit's unconventional background and approach to philosophy, the validity of his arguments should be evaluated based on the merits of the arguments themselves. Parfit's missionary zeal and perfectionism influenced his extensive and detailed arguments to convince others of his philosophy's objectivity and the unity of diverse moral traditions. Despite facing dissent, Parfit tirelessly sought to persuade through extensive manuscript circulation and responses to criticisms, prioritizing philosophy above all in his life by simplifying daily routines for efficiency.