While moral theory does not invent morality, or even reflection on it, it does try to bring systematic thinking to bear on the phenomenon. Ancient moral theory, however, does not attempt to be a comprehensive account of all the phenomena that fall under the heading of morality. Rather, assuming piecemeal opinions and practices, it tries to capture its underlying essence. It is the nature of such an enterprise to evaluate and criticize some of these opinions and practices but that is not its primary goal. Ancient moral theory tries to provide a reflective account of an essential human activity so one can grasp what is of fundamental importance in pursuing it.

With reference to the above contention pick any one of the below stated ancient moral philosophers, and carry out a discourse on the relevance of their moral philosophies to business practices in the 21st century.

A. Socrates (469-399 BC) B. Valluvar (circa 1st BC) C. Lao Tze (601-531 BC)

Your discussion should include:

1. Background and history of the selected philosopher. 2. Description of the said moral philosophy 3. Contextual discussion of the said moral philosophy 4. Critical discussion of the said moral philosophy within the paradigm of business practices of the 21st century 5. Discussion on the consistency of this moral philosophy within contemporary thinkers.