Major Ethical Philosophies

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  • 551 BCE

    551 BCE

    Confucius: A Contented, Moral and Happy Life
    An influential Chinese philosopher, political figure known for his popular aphorisms and for his models of social interaction. Confucianism, derived from his name, is not an organized religion, it does provide rules for thinking and living that focus on love for humanity, worship of ancestors, respect for elders, self-discipline and conformity to rituals. https://www.biography.com/scholar/confucius
  • 470 BCE

    470 BCE

    Socrates: Have the Courage to Disagree
    Born in 460/470 B.C. He is a classical Greek philosopher of the Western Systems of logic and philosophy. He is the first person who was inclined with political and ethical philosophy. According to him, in the business industry, managers should not sleepwalk or simply go along with the crowd. An organization must encourage independent thinkers and their employees to follow their conscience. https://www.biography.com/scholar/socrates
  • 428 BCE
    428 BCE

    428 BCE

    Plato: The Power to Rule
    Ancient Greek philosopher Plato founded the Academy and is the author of philosophical works of unparalleled influence in Western thought.He is perhaps the best known, most widely studied and most influential philosopher of all time. He believed that it is always important to determine the strengths and weaknesses of everyone in the organization. https://www.biography.com/scholar/plato