... to the purpose of human beings. The Greek philosopher Aristotle attempted to derive this contemplation by practical, almost mathematical means, despite its variables being ridden with anomalies. This however is true to all philosophical thought and is part of the very definition of philosophy itself. Eventually Aristotle arrives on a reasonably justifiable answer, still widely accepted today, as to the basic ... . Necrophilia, gluttony, avarice, and drug addiction are prevalent in people whose short term desires cloud their outlook on life and often lead to imminent failure as a human bei...

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... various points that Aristotle makes regarding friendship, then expand on his main principle in connection to modern time, if possible. Aristotle distinguishes between three types of friendship: friendships of utility, friendships of pleasure and friendships of virtue. The idea behind friendship of utility is that it is founded on the idea of usefulness. The interaction among friends is only valued if there is ... a group of people, this type of friendship is connected solely between two people. This type of friendship is also unique based on the fact that it can only hold any true value...

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