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Which other philosopher's work did Strauss encourage applying to contemporary theory?

  • Aristotle

  • Kant

  • Hume

  • Locke

Answer

Aristotle's work was highly valued by Strauss, who encouraged its application to contemporary theory. He believed that Aristotle's insights into human nature and political organization were still relevant and could provide valuable guidance in understanding modern society. Strauss argued that Aristotle's emphasis on reason and the importance of ethical principles could help to counter the relativism and nihilism that characterized much of 20th-century thought.
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