Quote by Thomas Hobbes

Moral philosophy is nothing else but the science of what is good, and evil, in the conversation, and society of mankind. Good, and evil, are names that signify our appetites, and aversions; which in different tempers, customs, and doctrines of men, are different.

Moral philosophy is nothing else but the science of what is

Summary

This quote by Thomas Hobbes suggests that moral philosophy is the study of what is considered good and evil within human interactions and society. It argues that what is considered good or evil can vary among individuals due to their different desires and dislikes. Hobbes highlights that these distinctions arise from varying temperaments, customs, and doctrines adopted by different groups of people. In essence, moral philosophy aims to understand the principles and values that guide human behavior and shape our perceptions of right and wrong in social settings.

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Men Science Society Philosophy Temper

By Thomas Hobbes

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