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A person can genuinely possess a virtue if they are continent in regards…
A person can genuinely possess a virtue if they are continent in regards to the rest
Intro and Background Info
define practical wisdom
argument for unity of virtues from practical wisdom
limited precision
My argument
practical wisdom can be subdivided
Requires continence in other virtues
incontinence doesn't work
Must continence grow into virtue
consistent with my stance
even if not directly impacted, vice precludes virtue
focus is on the vice
moral okayness is prerequisite
continence
refutation
no real disagreement; argument relies on imposing a higher standard of precision
Aristotle makes the distinction
continent person has more potential for moral error compared to practical wisdom
the counter argument is based on an assumed standard of precision
conclusion
must one possess all Virtues to be virtuous?
natural virtues
need practical wisdom
acquired through teaching (1103a15)
can practical wisdom be split up?
practical wisdom v. self control knowledge
lead to eventual acquisition of all virtues?
courage
courage to stand up for justice