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The purest form of honor is synonymous with the values of excellence, integrity, and compassion. Honor in general, however, is associated with certain negative connotations such as defending one’s “honor” in a duel, which in reality may simply be an attempt to mend or bolster the ego. Pure honor, thus, ought to be seen as … Read more

War has pervaded the human race since civilization first began. As such, the debate over just how immoral one may be to their enemy has raged for millennia. Our modern perspective on the subject is derived most directly from Thomas Aquinas’ work. However, both Aristotle and Socrates contributed views on the matter as well, creating … Read more