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Defining \"good.\"
Good is that which is desired for its own sake.
Discuss. |
#2
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
Good is that which increases happiness(*) and/or decreases suffering(*).
(*) "Happiness" means not just pleasure, but joy, peace, contentment, and well-being. Suffering is the opposite of that. |
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
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Good is that which is desired for its own sake. [/ QUOTE ] So if you want it, it is good? |
#4
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
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Good is that which increases happiness(*) and/or decreases suffering(*). (*) "Happiness" means not just pleasure, but joy, peace, contentment, and well-being. Suffering is the opposite of that. [/ QUOTE ] I'm looking forward to tackling this one with you Kip. Need to finish off the other bit first. chez |
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
Good is value increasing.
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
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Good is that which is desired for its own sake. [/ QUOTE ] Don't be surprised if the angels get jealous when they find out you just elevated chocolate above them. Scott |
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
"Good is that which is desired for its own sake.
Discuss." |
#8
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
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[ QUOTE ] Good is that which is desired for its own sake. [/ QUOTE ] So if you want it, it is good? [/ QUOTE ] Bingo. Good is that which I want. |
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
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[ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Good is that which is desired for its own sake. [/ QUOTE ] So if you want it, it is good? [/ QUOTE ] Bingo. Good is that which I want. [/ QUOTE ] do you have to accept the logical consequences of your desires? |
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Re: Defining \"good.\"
Good is the opposite of bad. This reduces the problem to defining bad.
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