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'Axiomatic Theories of Truth', 'Outline of a System of Utilitarianism' and 'Launching Points to the Realm of the Mind'
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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]
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23. Ethics / C. Virtue Theory / 3. Virtues / a. Virtues
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There are practical, purificatory, contemplative, and exemplary virtues [Porphyry]
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23. Ethics / E. Utilitarianism / 1. Utilitarianism
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Negative utilitarianism implies that the world should be destroyed, to avoid future misery [Smart]
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23. Ethics / E. Utilitarianism / 3. Motivation for Altruism
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Any group interested in ethics must surely have a sentiment of generalised benevolence [Smart]
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