Political Science 2237E Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Intellectual Virtue, Impulsivity, Immanence

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People that aristotle values: greek adult men that own estate. Uses term nature as compliment -> natural is the good. What separates us from animals and plants. Exercise thought and obedience -> we obey rationality. Linked to moral virtue -> self control and obedience. Whatever political institution develops need to take account of our soul. We are meant to be with other people. Why we have language - to communicate. Either we are part of a group or we are gods. Friends with this person because they are entertaining. Weak relationship - break up when it is no longer pleasurable. Based on moral qualities - same morals that you do. When you have a problem, they will ask what they can do for you. Will be useful: you become a better person and are good as they will respond to your needs. Friends are best insurance in ancient world - reliable.

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