“Aristotelian and Buddhist ethics are alike formally: each advocates moderation”. Discuss. (15 Marks)

According to Aristotle Happiness exits in the rational exercise of the soul’s faculties in conformity with virtues such as courage, justice, temperance, benevolence, and prudence. Aristotle argues that virtue is achieved by maintaining the Mean, which is the balance between the two excesses. Aristotle’s doctrine of the Mean is reminiscent of Buddha’s Middle Path. Aristotle’s … Continue reading “Aristotelian and Buddhist ethics are alike formally: each advocates moderation”. Discuss. (15 Marks)