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LoC No.: 02012274

Title: Plutarch's Morals

Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Murray, Turgut Dincer and the Online
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Summary: "Plutarch's Morals" by Plutarch is a collection of ethical essays written in the 1st century AD, encompassing a wide range of topics related to ethics and virtue. The work, part of the broader corpus known as the "Moralia," aims to explore moral philosophy and offer insight into the human condition through a series of reflective essays. Plutarch’s exploration of themes such as education, love, and virtue provides readers with a window into moral philosophy as understood in antiquity. The beginning of "Plutarch's Morals" sets the stage for a deep dive into ethical considerations, starting with an essay on the importance of education in developing good citizens. Plutarch discusses various aspects of upbringing, emphasizing the role of parents and educators, and he argues that natural ability, proper training, and diligent practice are crucial for nurturing virtue. Furthermore, he reflects on the moral dimensions of upbringing, underscoring that education is not merely academic but also about cultivating character and moral integrity. His arguments are interspersed with historical examples and the insights of other philosophers, underscoring the rich tradition of ethical thought to which he contributes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Plutarch, 46-120?

Translator: Shilleto, A. R. (Arthur Richard), 1848-1894

EBook No.: 23639

Published: Nov 27, 2007

Downloads: 1675

Language: English

Subject: Ethics -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 02012274

Title: Plutarch's Morals

Note: Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Murray, Turgut Dincer and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Plutarch's Morals" by Plutarch is a collection of ethical essays written in the 1st century AD, encompassing a wide range of topics related to ethics and virtue. The work, part of the broader corpus known as the "Moralia," aims to explore moral philosophy and offer insight into the human condition through a series of reflective essays. Plutarch’s exploration of themes such as education, love, and virtue provides readers with a window into moral philosophy as understood in antiquity. The beginning of "Plutarch's Morals" sets the stage for a deep dive into ethical considerations, starting with an essay on the importance of education in developing good citizens. Plutarch discusses various aspects of upbringing, emphasizing the role of parents and educators, and he argues that natural ability, proper training, and diligent practice are crucial for nurturing virtue. Furthermore, he reflects on the moral dimensions of upbringing, underscoring that education is not merely academic but also about cultivating character and moral integrity. His arguments are interspersed with historical examples and the insights of other philosophers, underscoring the rich tradition of ethical thought to which he contributes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Plutarch, 46-120?

Translator: Shilleto, A. R. (Arthur Richard), 1848-1894

EBook No.: 23639

Published: Nov 27, 2007

Downloads: 1675

Language: English

Subject: Ethics -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.