Divine Command Theory In this essay, I will explain and critique four arguments offered to trounce the view known as the Divine Command Theory. The Divine Command Theory states that X is morally right if and only if God says so, just because God said so. According to this view, whether something is right or wrong depending on whether or not it violates one of the commands God has given. For example: “If the Divine Command Theory is true, then adultery is wrong just because God commanded that adultery is not permissible. Although, if God had not commanded that adultery is wrong, or if he commanded us to commit adultery, then it would be the morally correct thing to do.
Explain how a follower of natural law might approach the issue of abortion (25 marks) The theory of natural law is rooted in Aristotle’s theory of the causes and was later developed further by Aquinas. Natural law is today used mostly in the Catholic Church and is used to shape their viewpoint on modern issues such as abortion. Natural law is a deontological and absolute theory that states that by using our inbuilt rationality we can understand the laws of nature and find and achieve our purpose in life. Natural law is a deontological ethic. This means that it considers the act itself and, because it’s absolute, disregards the consequences of the action.
I will be discussing the arguments of two a Philosopher who wrote in the midst of the sexual liberation. Thomas Nagel has closely related arguments with some points of agreement and some in contention. Thomas Nagel establishes the “sex as communication” metaphor when he presents his own argument for what constitutes sexual perversion. Before he makes his case he offers what he calls the “skeptical argument”. This argument contends that sex is an appetite like any other, with a number of ways of being sated.
Elizabeth Lloyd sought the topic of female orgasm as an area of strong interest and delved into the topic to essentially source its origin. In doing so, Lloyd collectively analysed and criticised several theories that as a majority, represented the idea that female orgasm is an evolutionary adaptation. In particular, Lloyd placed emphasis on those that say it stems from evolutionary pressure and critiques each theory. In return, Lloyd proposes her very own idea; that female orgasm is not directly associated to sexual reproduction. In fact, that is another theory she criticises alongside with hormonal determination of sexual behaviour and pair bonding.
Popular magazines tell the truth about sex. Do you agree? Would Foucault agree? Discuss in relations to representation of sexuality in popular magazines and so-called ‘natural’ distinctions between men and women. According to (Williamson 1978), “people are made to identify themselves with what they consume”.
The Necessity of Sex in Ethics In this paper I will examine John Russons’s Bearing Witness to Epiphany and prove that his argument in the fourth chapter is that sexuality is essential in order for people to live ethically. Sexuality allows oneself to experience freedom by creating bonds with others that opens doors to new set of human values and ethics that would not be discovered otherwise. Erotic experiences allow one to truly experience the other person as an individual, which also allows one to discover oneself as person. This openness to the other individual in the erotic bond is the epiphany of the other, which is the foundation of ethics. Russon argues that sexuality is foundation of meaningfulness and a developed human life.
Ethics Essay Ethics Essay 3a) i) examine the arguments for and against the view that morality is independent of religion? ii) To what extent are these arguments convincing I am going to examine the arguments for and against the view that morality is independent on religion, by examining the argument from both sides, then looking at their strengths and weaknesses and then I will conclude with my line of argument. The first argument I am going to examine is for the statement, which is Plato’s Euthyphro. Plato stated that “is something good because God says its good or does God say it is good because it is good”. This means that do we do good things because God says is good or do we do good things so than God says that it is good.
I Do Not Want To Be A Homosexual: Sexual Reorientation Therapy Sexual Reorientation Therapy (SRT) also known as reparative therapy and conversion therapy “aims to modify the sexual orientation of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people into that of heterosexuals” (Reparative Therapy 29). Although SRT has been criticized for being harmful by most professional organizations, these treatments persist on. The belief that acting sexually upon same-sex attraction is disorderly and sinful can be found within the “theologically conservative wings of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and Hinduism” (Benoit 309). There have been a considerable number of people belonging to one of the “conservative wings” who argue against SRT. It is not surprising that these
III (2009), Philosophy Hons., Patna Women's College, Patna University, Patna **Head, Department of Philosophy, Patna Women's College, Patna University, Patna The highly debatable issue of homosexual relationship comes under the purview of applied ethics and demands moral deliberations in order to discuss the legitimacy of their action. Homosexual acts are against our societal norms, traditional beliefs and religious principles but then they are voluntary acts based on freedom of choice and determinism and thus homosexuality cannot be debarred from being practised. Homosexuality was once considered a legal offence, but is now, decriminalized by majority of the developed countries. Homosexuals are even struggling for its legalization in co operation with various government and non- government organizations. Hence, in such a situation there is a call for a detailed discussion on the issue of homosexual relationship, especially its ethicality and its influence on the society.
Foreplay is another important sexual practice. Foreplay is used to motivate each partner into being aroused. It gives the man phase to achieve an erection and women time to become suitably lubricated. Foreplay can involve kissing, petting, rubbing, cuddling, oval sex, giving a massage can help to. Foreplay differs among couples of all religions, culture, and all ages.