You are 100% correct in the assessment that "you don't read Aristotle, you wrestle him". I'm halfway through a 2nd reading of nichomachean ethics after finishing the republic and, while Plato's prose flows easily and imparts understanding rapidly, Aristotle's prose makes me feel like I am studying a hard science.
Hi, Calska. That's because our sources for most of Aristotle's work is taken from notes (believed to be lecture notes) rather than work he intended to be published, which makes for a much more difficult read.
Inventing Civilization yes thank you as well!! I was in great need of this for a speech in my class, which also happens to be midterm as well. Thank you.
would that be an accurate description: "Aristotle defines democracy as literally “the rule of the people”, a type of government in which the poor masses have control and use it to serve their own ends. This involves the heavy taxation and exploitation of the rich, among other things. While a polity is defined as a constitutional government, in which the masses are granted citizenship and govern with everyone’s interest in mind, one of the best forms of government. It combines elements of oligarchy and democracy, finding a compromise between the demands of both the rich and the poor."
This is very helpful thank you Sir. Your way of explanation is really easy, you made it really easy for me to understand. I wish you'd do more videos on western Political thoughts including, Hobbes, Locke, Russeau, J.S Mills, Jeremy Bentham, Mao, & Marx.
You must be like the smartest guy ever. I like the Buddha Sutra's because the entire meaning of his message is in the title, or at least so it seems. It is like you say 'Aristotle' and its done. Good job. Smart guy.
I have started to read The Politics, and i'm through to book 2 but i couldn't understand really on what matter the book is centralized. Now i am a little bit more informed on Aristotle and i will for sure start again with this new knowledge seeing the fact that in my first attempt it took me 3 hours to get through, understand and memorise 20 pages with the Phales method on equal fortune among citizens and all the Plato references ( which, as well, i didn't quite got their presence). Thank you for this video. I would also like a more professional aproach on how the book is structured, not only by book 1,2,3 but by explicit subjects and treatises, if you could suggest someoane else or even your own work, would be great.
Well, you can go in a number of different directions with this question (an economist might focus on the communist streak in Plato's argument, for example). But in poly sci, it's probably more interesting to focus on how both systems have the same ethical starting point (eudaimonia) and yet aim to achieve this with different systems (Plato's argument for philosopher-kings ruling the polis is much more totalitarian than Aristotle's argument that all citizens should be involved in the decision making process). You should have a look at the entries for Plato and Aristotle in Stanford University's encyclopedia of philosophy: plato.stanford.edu/contents.html
I find Aristotle one of the easiest to read actually. I find his more inferential style of thought much more understandable than the rigorous rationalism of later thinkers like Hobbes.
Very nice summary of Politica . Could you specify the notion of lack of logical rigour , if compared to kant or analytical philosophers maybe , but generally his arguments are concise yet quite correct , logically at least . Is this judgement from the text itself or from books on history of philosophy , for if the latter it could be referring to some parts of on the soul , which indeed aren't prime examples of precision (though its understandable in this particular subject) .
Thanks for the comment! The notion of logical rigor is relatively new and applying it to Aristotle is tricky - especially given that this topic is not my greatest strength. But anyone interested in logical rigor should probably read the Tractatus of Wittgenstein. For making these videos, I rely on both original works and later interpretations/critiques by other authors. I try to be honest not just about what philosophers had to say, but also how their message influenced history and other philosophers. At the same time, I try not to swamp the viewer with too much information (these videos are, after all, only an introduction). It can be tricky to find the balance..!
Thanks a lot but I cant help but point out that the symbol you used for tyranny is a clenched fist, commonly used by the oppressed as a symbol of their liberty and power to rise against oppression.
That neck-beard borders on mythic. On every single level the greatest neck-beard of all time. Absurd, beguiling, joyously unnecessary (and thus most necessary) and one of the 7 wonders of the philosophical muse. It's like Plato imagined every single Form of Neck-beard,, all well and good,, until this one Aristotelian amalgamation of a neck-mane proves all other forms of it completely inferior, null and thus destroys whatever Plato was attempting to say. Which was probably "I Plato will one day know one neck-beard will reign supreme over every other form of Neck-beard,, so at least allow me to look at shadows in a cave rather than have to think about such a Godly neck-beard"
Why should anyone trust you Keller? You don’t bring any arguments to your statement, whereas his explanation is public. Aristotle works cannot be summarized in a short video and it’s not possible for it to be done by a single person. Even after you read his books and take notes, you still find yourself searching for answers and different point of views. His was quite good and on point, so I don’t see the problem.
I so wish you had continued with this series! It helps students of political thought and theory a lot.
You are 100% correct in the assessment that "you don't read Aristotle, you wrestle him". I'm halfway through a 2nd reading of nichomachean ethics after finishing the republic and, while Plato's prose flows easily and imparts understanding rapidly, Aristotle's prose makes me feel like I am studying a hard science.
Hi, Calska. That's because our sources for most of Aristotle's work is taken from notes (believed to be lecture notes) rather than work he intended to be published, which makes for a much more difficult read.
I was in desperate need of an explanation of Aristotle and this video hit the nail for me, thank you so much!
Only video I can find so far that explained Aristotle's idea of stable constitution. Looking forward for more such videos.
We need more videos from you please!!!
Thank you for the best explanation
This video was like clearing the trees to make a path to understanding Aristotle. Thank you very much!
u were AWESOMEEEE!!! perfectly explained
Thanks so much for this video! Using it as a reference for a term paper as well as study material for my final.
You're welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful and good luck with the paper and the final!
Inventing Civilization yes thank you as well!! I was in great need of this for a speech in my class, which also happens to be midterm as well. Thank you.
@@inventingcivilization4182 can you clarify the difference between polity and democracy please? not sure I understood.
would that be an accurate description: "Aristotle defines democracy as literally “the rule of the people”, a type of government in which the poor masses have control and use it to serve their own ends. This involves the heavy taxation and exploitation of the rich, among other things. While a polity is defined as a constitutional government, in which the masses are granted citizenship and govern with everyone’s interest in mind, one of the best forms of government. It combines elements of oligarchy and democracy, finding a compromise between the demands of both the rich and the poor."
dude same this helps so much when my alternative was reading the primary source and god we all know how rough that is
Thank you so very much!!! Your video is very very helpful... simple and brilliant💗thank you
This is very helpful thank you Sir. Your way of explanation is really easy, you made it really easy for me to understand. I wish you'd do more videos on western Political thoughts including, Hobbes, Locke, Russeau, J.S Mills, Jeremy Bentham, Mao, & Marx.
You must be like the smartest guy ever. I like the Buddha Sutra's because the entire meaning of his message is in the title, or at least so it seems. It is like you say 'Aristotle' and its done. Good job. Smart guy.
I have an oral exam tomorrow in Political Theory and this is quite helpful, Thank you sir!
very nice explanation...
Your videos are so helpful. Thank you so much. Greetings from Türkiye.
Thanks for doing these lectures!
very helpful lecture.... thank you
brilliant lecture sir. very informative.
Excellent video about the ruling philosophy.
I have started to read The Politics, and i'm through to book 2 but i couldn't understand really on what matter the book is centralized. Now i am a little bit more informed on Aristotle and i will for sure start again with this new knowledge seeing the fact that in my first attempt it took me 3 hours to get through, understand and memorise 20 pages with the Phales method on equal fortune among citizens and all the Plato references ( which, as well, i didn't quite got their presence). Thank you for this video. I would also like a more professional aproach on how the book is structured, not only by book 1,2,3 but by explicit subjects and treatises, if you could suggest someoane else or even your own work, would be great.
keep it up brother.
Both Plato and Aristotle defended Meritocracy.
This is very helpful thank you sir...
My favorite quote of his is "...even in a woman or a slave though the one is inferior and the other a wholly worthless being." - Aristotle
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What is the view of Aristotle in Politics? reagrding to political science
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I would like to thank you for this video as I am interested in these marvelous philosophers Aristotle, Plato & Socrates.
I like republic of Plato tether then Aristotle cause I found a lot of falls thought when he classified aristocracy in he’s book
what are the differences and similarity of Plato kallipolis and polity of Aristotle
Well, you can go in a number of different directions with this question (an economist might focus on the communist streak in Plato's argument, for example). But in poly sci, it's probably more interesting to focus on how both systems have the same ethical starting point (eudaimonia) and yet aim to achieve this with different systems (Plato's argument for philosopher-kings ruling the polis is much more totalitarian than Aristotle's argument that all citizens should be involved in the decision making process).
You should have a look at the entries for Plato and Aristotle in Stanford University's encyclopedia of philosophy: plato.stanford.edu/contents.html
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What is Aristotle’s view on equality as it relates to a democracy?
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I find Aristotle one of the easiest to read actually. I find his more inferential style of thought much more understandable than the rigorous rationalism of later thinkers like Hobbes.
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Very nice summary of Politica . Could you specify the notion of lack of logical rigour , if compared to kant or analytical philosophers maybe , but generally his arguments are concise yet quite correct , logically at least . Is this judgement from the text itself or from books on history of philosophy , for if the latter it could be referring to some parts of on the soul , which indeed aren't prime examples of precision (though its understandable in this particular subject) .
Thanks for the comment!
The notion of logical rigor is relatively new and applying it to Aristotle is tricky - especially given that this topic is not my greatest strength. But anyone interested in logical rigor should probably read the Tractatus of Wittgenstein.
For making these videos, I rely on both original works and later interpretations/critiques by other authors. I try to be honest not just about what philosophers had to say, but also how their message influenced history and other philosophers. At the same time, I try not to swamp the viewer with too much information (these videos are, after all, only an introduction). It can be tricky to find the balance..!
Thanks a lot but I cant help but point out that the symbol you used for tyranny is a clenched fist, commonly used by the oppressed as a symbol of their liberty and power to rise against oppression.
There is a solution, Anarchy, the true democracy
That neck-beard borders on mythic. On every single level the greatest neck-beard of all time. Absurd, beguiling, joyously unnecessary (and thus most necessary) and one of the 7 wonders of the philosophical muse. It's like Plato imagined every single Form of Neck-beard,, all well and good,, until this one Aristotelian amalgamation of a neck-mane proves all other forms of it completely inferior, null and thus destroys whatever Plato was attempting to say. Which was probably "I Plato will one day know one neck-beard will reign supreme over every other form of Neck-beard,, so at least allow me to look at shadows in a cave rather than have to think about such a Godly neck-beard"
His beard is normal??? Are you... projecting or something? LOL
so the symbol for tyranny is a red fist? As a lifelong socialist l appear to have made a terrible mistake, shit.
This is a pretty terrible explanation of Aristotle's philosophy. I really can't trust the rest of your channel, sorry.
What makes you say that?
Too bad he did not have the courage to answer.
Why should anyone trust you Keller? You don’t bring any arguments to your statement, whereas his explanation is public. Aristotle works cannot be summarized in a short video and it’s not possible for it to be done by a single person. Even after you read his books and take notes, you still find yourself searching for answers and different point of views. His was quite good and on point, so I don’t see the problem.
Aristotle was pupil of Alexander the great
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