Aristotle says that the purpose of mankind is eudaimonia—happiness. So, the purpose of man is to achieve eudaimonia, which is a state of serene and permanent happiness, rather than the momentary exaltation of the senses. In this way, our actions will be good or bad, depending on this ultimate goal.

Why is eudaimonia the goal of human existence?

According to Aristotle, happiness is the goal of human existence because it is an end in itself. Even through virtue a person can find happiness. Whatever humans do they do for happiness as a means to happiness.

What is the importance and role of eudaimonia in virtue ethics?

Eudaimonia is the life of virtue—activity in accordance with reason, man’s highest function. The importance of this point of eudaimonistic virtue ethics is that it reverses the relationship between virtue and rightness.