Understanding J.S. Mill's Utilitarianism, Proof of the Principle of Utility, EP 9
- Author
- Laurence Houlgate
- Published
- Tue 15 Nov 2022
- Episode Link
- https://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-j-s-mill-s-utilitarianism-proof-of-the-principle-of-utility-ep-9--51892705
Mill's theory of life has two elements: (1) Happiness is desirable as an end; and, (2) Happiness is the only thing desirable as an end. In this episode we will discuss Mill's unusual "proof" of element #1. The larger question is: How does one prove by reasoning (logic) that happiness is desirable as an end?
