“The philosopher Edmund Pincoffs has argued that consequentialists and deontologists worked together to convince Westerners in the twentieth century that morality is the study of moral quandaries and dilemmas. Where the Greeks focused on the character of a person and asked what kind of person we should each aim to become, modern ethics focuses on actions, asking when a particular action is right or wrong. ... This turn from character ethics to quandary ethics has turned moral education away from virtues and toward moral reasoning. If morality is about dilemmas, then moral education is training in problem solving.”
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The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom
This book delves into the concepts of happiness, analyzing how ancient wisdom can inform contemporary understanding of this complex emotion. It examines various theories and practices from different cultures and eras, aiming to provide insights into the nature of happiness and how it can be achieved in the modern world. more
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Jonathan Haidt
Jonathan Haidt is an American psychologist known for his research in moral psychology and social psychology. His work focuses on moral judgment, political ideology, and religious beliefs. Haidt's book, 'The Righteous Mind,' explores the evolution of morality and ideology and how they shape human behavior and social structures. more
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