Aim Quote by Aristotle
“So the good has been well explained as that at which all things aim.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle, 350 BC
The ultimate good is the purpose toward which everything strives.
In simple terms: All things aim at a highest good.
Key Takeaway
Seek the ultimate purpose in actions.
Themes
purpose
ethics
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- education
- policy making
- personal development
Key Concepts
teleology
human flourishing
Questions to Reflect On
- What is the highest good for you?
- How does purpose guide your choices?
A Different Perspective
Defining “good” can be subjective.
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