A Necessary Conflict: Eros and Philia in a Love Relationship

In this paper the author analyzes the interaction between eros (erotic love) and philia (friendly love) in modern romantic relationships. The different ends of eros and philia conflict with each other. Firstly, eros' concern for unity overrides philia's concern for beneficence toward the b...

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Main Author: Sara Protasi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Akureyri 2008-03-01
Series:Nordicum-Mediterraneum
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1946/1541