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Meno's Three Definitions Of Virtue

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In the dialogue Meno, Socrates is asked by Meno if virtue can be taught. Socrates begins by asking Meno for a definition of what virtue is. In order to determine if virtue can be taught, there needs to be a clear grasp of what virtue is. According to Socrates he does not know what it means and he has never encountered anyone else who does. Meno makes three definitions of virtue, the first being how it is different for each person, depending on their sex, age, or place in society. His second attempt states that justice, courage, moderation, wisdom, and munificence are virtues. His last attempt states when we find happiness among the beautiful and when we have power. With three such varied definitions of what virtue is, how can the original

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