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“But what is happiness? If we consider what the function of man is, we find that happiness is a virtuous activity of the soul.”

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Aristotle, a renowned Greek philosopher, is one of the founders of Western philosophy. His thoughts covered a wide range of fields, including ethics, logic, politics, and had a profound impact on the world. more

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