James Griffin

James Patrick Griffin was an American-born philosopher who made significant contributions to moral philosophy. He was born on July 8, 1933, and passed away on November 21, 2019, at the age of 86. Griffin received his education at Choate School and Yale University before attending Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar. He earned his doctorate under the supervision of Gilbert Ryle. Griffin held academic positions at Christ Church, Keble College, and ultimately as the White's Professor of Moral Philosophy at the University of Oxford from 1996 until his retirement. He also served as a visiting professor at Rutgers University and the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Griffin's work focused on moral philosophy, well-being, and human rights. He authored several influential books, including 'Well-Being: Its Meaning, Measurement, and Moral Importance' and 'On Human Rights'. He was recognized for his academic achievements with awards from Poland, Venezuela, and the University of Santiago de Compostela.