The Basis Of Morality by Arthur Schopenhauer Paperback Book

Description: The Basis Of Morality by Arthur Schopenhauer Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description "The Basis of Morality" is a philosophical work written by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. It was first published in 1840 as an appendix to his main work, "The World as Will and Representation" ("Die Welt als Wille und Vorstellung"). In this work, Schopenhauer delves into the nature of ethics, morality, and the fundamental principles that govern human conduct. Key themes in "The Basis of Morality" include: Metaphysical Exploration: Schopenhauer begins by exploring the metaphysical basis of morality, arguing that the foundation of ethics lies in a metaphysical understanding of the human will. He proposes that the ultimate reality is an indomitable, blind, and irrational "will to live" that underlies all phenomena. Ethical Theory: Schopenhauer develops his ethical theory based on the idea that compassion, or what he calls "universal altruism," is the cornerstone of morality. He argues that individuals should recognize the suffering inherent in all living beings and act with compassion and benevolence toward others. The Role of Pity: Central to Schopenhauers moral philosophy is the concept of pity (Mitleid). He sees pity as the direct awareness of the suffering of others and believes that it is the primary motive for ethical behavior. Pity, according to Schopenhauer, transcends individual egoism and forms the basis for moral actions. Asceticism and the Denial of the Will: Schopenhauer explores the idea of asceticism as a means of transcending the individual will. He suggests that the denial of personal desires and the renunciation of worldly attachments lead to a higher moral state and a reduction of suffering. Critique of Kantian Ethics: While Schopenhauer acknowledges the influence of Immanuel Kant, he also criticizes certain aspects of Kantian ethics. He proposes his own ethical framework that is more focused on the emotional and intuitive aspects of moral experience. Schopenhauers writing is characterized by its depth, clarity, and a certain pessimistic outlook on human existence. "The Basis of Morality" remains an important work in the history of ethics and is considered a significant contribution to the broader philosophical discourse on morality and human nature. Details ISBN 1835911803 ISBN-13 9781835911808 Title The Basis Of Morality Author Arthur Schopenhauer Format Paperback Year 2023 Pages 172 Publisher Intell Book Publishers GE_Item_ID:157785643; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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