Comparing the types of Friendship
How would Aristotle define complete friendship?
Between two good people who are similar in virtue. Both people build their trust in the other. Friendship without qualification.
In this section Aristotle points out a key virtue of friendship, what is that virtue?
Loving (as opposed to being loved)
What does Aristotle consider as the ultimate/highest form of community?
The political community
What types of people can enter into friendships of Utility?
Anyone can have a friendship of utility. Aristotle says older people are more likely to have these friendships, but they are not exclusive to a certain type of people (unlike complete friendship).
What is a flatterer?
A flatterer is someone in an inferior position in a friendship who pretends to love more than they are loved.
What is the common good that the political community strives for?
Justice
What are some common aspects of all types of friendships?
Exchange and reciprocation. Some good comes from the friendship. Both parties are aware of the friendship. Equality and Similarity. Etc.
Which of the 3 types of friendship do people in contrast tend towards?
Friendships of Utility. One possesses something the other does not have.
Give an example of a community that seems analogous to a friendship of utility. What about one for a friendship of pleasure?
(Any valid examples)