"The Altruism Paradox: Unpacking the Motives Behind Charitable Acts"
October 27, 2024Video Details
- Style
- Pixel Art
- Genre
- Philosophy
- Voice
- Brian
- Language
- English
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why do charity
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Why do we engage in charitable acts, sacrificing our resources and time to benefit others? This question has puzzled philosophers for centuries, with some arguing that charity stems from a genuine desire to improve the human condition, while others see it as a self-serving means to validate one's own existence. Aristotle claimed that acts of charity cultivate virtues like generosity and compassion, shaping our character and contributing to the greater good. Conversely, Friedrich Nietzsche believed that charity can be a form of "slave morality," used to subtly exert power over others. I'd argue that true charity lies at the intersection of these perspectives, where altruism and self-interest blur.