Would Plato say that an individual is happy if she always does the right things,

Question

Would Plato say that an individual is happy if she always does the right things, but does not enjoy it because she strongly desires to something else?

A. Yes, because she finds doing her duty to be unpleasant but does it any way, thus demonstrating the strength of the rational part of her soul.

B. No, because she finds doing her duty to be unpleasant she cannot be happy.

C. No, because even though her reason rules, her soul is not in full harmony with her appetitive part fighting with her rational part.

D. Yes, because the rational part of her consistently wins her soul is in harmony, as reflected by her consistently good actions.

Explanation / Answer

Ans D) yes , because the rational part of her consistently wins her soul is in harmony as reflected by her consistently good actions.

Plato who was the Aristotle's mentor said that a wise person with a healthy soul will always make right and moral decisions . The rational person chooses the life of courage , moderation and justice above foolishness and cowardice.

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