What is a virtue according to Aristotle? 1. A law of nature. 2. A rule that we use to guide our actions. 3. A divine command. 4. A midway point between two extremes.
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A virtue is also not a divine command (option 3) because Aristotle's ethical theory is based on reason and human flourishing, rather than religious beliefs or divine commands. A virtue is not simply a rule that we use to guide our actions (option 2) either. Show more…
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