Examine the key concepts of Natural Moral Law or Deontology or Virtue Ethics. (18) Natural Moral Law is considered to be one of the most important theories in Ethics, it is deontological therefore it focuses more on the actions/intentions rather than the outcome of a situation, it is an absolutist theory which means that NML applies to everyone; it is also an deductive theory. It was a theory put forward by Aristotle but continued by Thomas Aquinas, they said NML is God given and those who follow it are following God’s purpose. Some key concepts of NML are the primary and secondary precepts, Aquinas’ assumptions and his law and finally proportionalism. NML is seen as objectively ideal, it is something that everyone should strive for as it is an objective truth which ties in with Moral Realism, this means there are objective truths, things that we should do/should not do because they are definitely right or wrong.
Aquinas said: “Consequently, law must needs concern itself mainly with the order that is in beatitude.” From this we can see that the Bible played a big part in the development of Natural Law; this proves that Christians make moral decisions through a multiple of different ways. The Bible clearly has a
He was influenced by Aristotle’s view that humans, like all objects in this realm, have a specific purpose. He argued supreme good is experienced when we fulfil our purpose. It was argued that our supreme good is ‘eudaimonia’ or ‘wellbeing’. So, if we have in mind living such a lifestyle, influenced by reason when making moral decisions then are we not more likely to make the right moral decisions? The second is the Divine law which is important to this issue as it reflects the eternal law as it appears to us through revelation.
Renaissance vs. Protestant Reformation Despite the impact of the pro reformation, the cultural + intellectual achievements of the era are greater symbol of revolutionary change. This essay is about achievements of renaissance vs. Achievements of protestant reformation. But in both cases it had a faith in the Catholic Church and was declaimed from the Middle Ages. As you read this essay you’ll find that people gained alot from renaissance than protestant reformation.
Perhaps more so than Emotivists, Prescriptivists see ethical language as fairly meaningful. They believe that the terms used are able to create absolute rules that everyone ought to follow. It would seem that ethical language is seen by many as very meaningful, although for varying reasons. However agent centred theories such as Virtue Ethics would argue that our main focus of morality should be on becoming as virtuous as possible, rather than deciding what is meant by ethical language. Therefore it would seem that perhaps morality should be more focussed on individuals’ actions rather then defining what is meant by ‘good’ and
Why or why not? Immanuel Kant is one of the great philosophical thinkers in his time. He developed a lot of theories that are still in practice today. Categorical Imperative is a concept that is essential to the philosophical concept in the moral philosophy. The wise Immanuel Kant in his quote said that humans should be treated as an “end in itself.” One might read this and wonder exactly what Kant try’s to portray in these words.
Russell says that the value of philosophy must be primarily sought (p.18). According to Bertrand Russell, “Philosophy aims primarily at knowledge, the kind which results from a critical examination of the grounds of our convictions, prejudices and beliefs (Perry, John, Michael Bratman, and John M. Fischer, p.18).” It cannot be said that philosophy has had a very great success in its attempts to provide definite answers to its questions. Although philosophy is unable to tell us with certainty what is the true answer to the doubts which it raises, “Philosophy is able to suggest many possibilities which enlarge our thoughts and free them from the tyranny of custom.
The Relationship Lens is focused on processing the systems needing for an ethical organization. It protects the basic liberties of all people Everyone is entitled to their rights no mater what their income status is as well as the right to a fair process. The Reputation Lens is focused on whether we are exhibiting the virtues which are prized in the community for people who are in our roles. These ethical lenses affected my decision making in that it ensured that I was open and honest in all facts of these cases. Ethical perspective is not always about making everyone happy, because it is virtually impossible to make everyone happy.
Textual Study: True Religion And True Affections Topics of Religion and Affections are deeply connected for Jonathan Edwards who writes, “The Author of the human nature has not only given affections to men, but has made them very much the spring of men’s actions...And as true religion is of practical nature, and God has so constituted the human nature, that the affections are very much the spring of men’s actions, this also shows, that true religion must consist very much in the affections” (Kerr, p. 199). This is the central theme of Edwards article. True religion is of a practical nature! This is a great line that explains the intent of Jesus to create the church here on earth. Affections are part of human nature and Edwards believed that increasing our awareness about the importance of right affections increases human’s ability to practice religion.
Epictetus: How to Never Be a Hypocrite Interpretative Question: Why is it that Epictetus places so much importance on commitment in The Enchiridion? During the beginning of the A.D. era, Epictetus was known as one of the known world’s leading philosophers of the time. Of all his works, The Enchiridion may have been his best, providing a way for a person to live in a manner derived directly from one’s personal beliefs. This entire book, however, is based almost entirely on one concept: commitment, to oneself and to one’s beliefs. Epictetus placed so much importance on commitment because when used correctly, he felt it would allow anyone to be stress-free and solid in their own moral authority.