https://aphinum.com/tags/consequentialism/ Recent content in Consequentialism on Philosophy Structured Notes Hugo en-US Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:02:10 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-intrinsic-evil-of-sin/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 06:01:22 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-intrinsic-evil-of-sin/ <p><strong>The Intrinsic Evil of Sin</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>The concept of <strong>intrinsic evil</strong>, which posits that certain actions or desires are inherently bad regardless of their consequences, has been debated throughout history. This notion is central to various philosophical and theological traditions, influencing how we understand human nature, morality, and the relationship between individuals and a higher power. The idea of intrinsic evil suggests that some actions are not just wrong because of their outcomes but are fundamentally flawed in themselves.</p> https://aphinum.com/posts/the-ethical-character-of-platonic-socrates/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:19:44 +0000 https://aphinum.com/posts/the-ethical-character-of-platonic-socrates/ <p><strong>The Ethical Character of Platonic Socrates</strong></p> <h2 id="overview">Overview</h2> <p>This study examines the ethical character of Platonic Socrates, exploring both his merits and defects. <strong>Platonic Socrates</strong> refers to the portrayal of Socrates by Plato in his early dialogues. This analysis aims to provide a nuanced understanding of Socrates&rsquo; character, highlighting both his virtues and vices.</p> <h2 id="context">Context</h2> <p>The era of ancient Greek philosophy saw the emergence of various schools and traditions. The <strong>Socratic tradition</strong>, which emphasized critical inquiry and the pursuit of wisdom, was one such school. Platonic Socrates is a key figure in this tradition, as portrayed by Plato in his early works. This study will examine the ethical character of Platonic Socrates within the context of ancient Greek philosophy.</p>