... that no one in this world is perfect. And so, I feel that Aristotle is wrong on this point. Aristotle himself said that "these kinds of friendships are likely to be rare, since such people are few." (Other Selves pg 34) If we were to go with it, though, it could be ... is wrong, but I feel that what he thinks can be adapted so that more people can experience the joy of having a "true" friendship. Aristotle also thought that friendships of utility or convenience would not last. What he said was, "Those who exchange utility rather than pleasure...are friends to a ... pg 35) The advantage i...

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... the particulars towards the bottom of the funnel where it's narrow. The scientific knowledge or universals, give a base or common ground which is always true. But when we get to the particulars, circumstances may change based on the situation. Thus, what may be right or prudent in one situation, ... in their interest. What Aristotle would call a real friendship is one that each person within the relationship cares for one another. It's these friendships that Aristotle says are both substantial and long lasting. In order to attain this friendship Aristotle says that one "is related to his ...

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