PHIL0205A-S11
Human Nature & Ethics
Human Nature and Ethics
This course offers a historical introduction to different views of morality and human nature, and the relationship between them. We will cover the central figures of both the ancient and modern periods of philosophy and consider their answers to questions fundamental to our lives and the decisions we make. We will consider the nature of the good life, happiness, and the virtues; whether or not a moral life is in our nature, and whether reason or emotions are the best guides to morality; and the nature of justice, and what role it plays for creatures like us. The philosophers we will study include Aristotle, Hobbes, Butler, Mill, and Kant. 3 hrs lect.
This course offers a historical introduction to different views of morality and human nature, and the relationship between them. We will cover the central figures of both the ancient and modern periods of philosophy and consider their answers to questions fundamental to our lives and the decisions we make. We will consider the nature of the good life, happiness, and the virtues; whether or not a moral life is in our nature, and whether reason or emotions are the best guides to morality; and the nature of justice, and what role it plays for creatures like us. The philosophers we will study include Aristotle, Hobbes, Butler, Mill, and Kant. 3 hrs lect.
- Term:
- Spring 2011
- Location:
- Twilight Hall 302(AXT 302)
- Schedule:
- 1:30pm-2:45pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 7, 2011 to May 9, 2011)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Lorraine Besser
- Subject:
- Philosophy
- Department:
- Philosophy
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- EUR PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 21958
- Subject Code:
- PHIL
- Course Number:
- 0205
- Section Identifier:
- A