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From "The Ethics of Aristotle" by Aristotle
The Unjust Man
Represents the antithesis of the Just Man, embodying selfishness and lawlessness.
Core Belief
"Personal gain is the ultimate goal, and the law and moral principles are merely obstacles to be overcome."
Worldview
Sees society as a competitive arena where individuals are pitted against each other. He believes in the survival of the fittest and is willing to exploit others to achieve his own selfish ends.
Personality
Self-centered, grasping, and willing to violate the law and exploit others for personal gain. He lacks a sense of civic duty and is driven by his own desires and ambitions.
In Their Own Words
"Men are themselves the causes of having become such characters by living carelessly, and also of being unjust or destitute of self-control, the former by doing evil actions, the latter by spending their time in drinking and such-like..."
"I mean, the prodigal gives out too much and takes in too little, while the stingy man takes in too much and gives out too little..."
"It is the nature of such things to be spoiled by defect and excess; as we see in the case of health and strength..."
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