Combining Philosophers

Ideas for Theophrastus, Ion and Porphyry

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23. Ethics / C. Virtue Theory / 1. Virtue Theory / a. Nature of virtue

467	A virtue is a combination of intelligence, strength and luck [Ion]

23. Ethics / C. Virtue Theory / 2. Elements of Virtue Theory / c. Motivation for virtue

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Civil virtues make us behave benevolently, and thereby unite citizens [Porphyry]

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Civil virtues control the passions, and make us conform to our nature [Porphyry]

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Purificatory virtues detach the soul completely from the passions [Porphyry]

23. Ethics / C. Virtue Theory / 3. Virtues / a. Virtues

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There are practical, purificatory, contemplative, and exemplary virtues [Porphyry]