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  1. I would like to know the history of altruism. Did it begin with Jesus, or much earlier? I don't have an extensive knowledge of the early philosophers, but I know questions such as "What is the good life" and "How should a man live his life" were being asked. Then, it seems that altruism hit the scene and ever since it's been pretty much accepted by everyone that a moral man will live for others. (If I'm wrong, feel free to inform me or fill in some gaps) Was there anyone back in ancient times arguing for self-interest? I want to know how the altruist morality has been able to dominate for so long unchallenged and undebatable. Also, does it go back farther than society? What was morality like before people entered society?
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