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Phronesis is the greek term for which of aristotle's cardinal virtues: a flourishing life courage practical wisdom

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Phronesis is the Greek term for practical wisdom.

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practical wisdom

Phronesis refers to intelligence, prudence, practical action and good judgement. It is just not wisdom by itself, but coupled with practical virtue, thus the term “practical wisdom”.

Aristotle explains that ethics has a purpose, and that is to become good. He further discusses virtue as practical, emphasizing that merely knowing is not enough. The understanding of ethics should be demonstrated.


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