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Wednesday, January 7th

1/7/2015

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“The life of money-making is one undertaken under compulsion, and wealth is evidently not the good we are seeking; for it is merely useful and for the sake of something else.” 
― Aristotle, The Nicomachean Ethics

Did you know that Epicurus,  Greek Philosopher born in 341 BC influenced Jefferson's decision to include "pursuit of happiness" when he penned our nation's Declaration of Independence?

Today's Driving Questions:
  • What are various definitions of happiness and meaning?
  • What is Aristotle's philosophy of "eudaimonia"?
  • Which of these definitions and ideas most resonate with you? What critiques and/or questions do they raise?

STARTER

“The life of money-making is one undertaken under compulsion, and wealth is evidently not the good we are seeking; for it is merely useful and for the sake of something else.” 
― Aristotle, The Nicomachean Ethics

Discuss with a partner: 
1. Briefly summarize the above quote in your own words
2. Do you agree with Aristotle? Why or why not?  

AGENDA
1. Defining Happiness and Meaning and Eudaimonia Activity


2. Discussion
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_s7bEP762c
  • What were your key takeaways from the wikipedia articles?
  • What is eudaimonia?
  • What is the relationship between virtue and happiness according to Aristotle?
  • Describe the golden mean

3. Lit Circle meeting


4. Time to read

HOMEWORK:
  • Read and annotate your assigned pages in your lit circle book
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