In class, we discussed contemplation as the ultimate end to life. But, it seems that the completely contemplative life is not attainable. If this lifestyle is not attainable, is the pursuit of such satisfying enough in itself?
It seems that through all of our readings the reason for all the good actions is a goal, which seems unachievable. I agreed with the idea that it is beyond human capability to have a completely contemplative lifestyle. However, through performing these good actions, one would presumably feel somewhat better than if they had performed an evil action. So, the culmination of the happiness experienced through these actions is enough to mediate a “happy” life. It seems that the achievement of good along with contemplation (which cannot occur at all times in human life) is the only actual way that Aristotle’s theory of a contemplative, and ultimately happy, life could exist.
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