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According to the discussion, what primary role does conscience play in moral decision-making?
According to the discussion, what primary role does conscience play in moral decision-making?
- Ensuring societal approval of one's actions.
- Guaranteeing personal happiness and success.
- Acting as an inner voice to help discern right from wrong. (correct)
- Providing a set of rigid rules for behavior.
Which factor is most crucial in the ongoing development and refinement of one's conscience?
Which factor is most crucial in the ongoing development and refinement of one's conscience?
- Seeking constant validation from peers.
- Following legal precedents without question.
- Continuous reflection on one's actions and values. (correct)
- Avoiding difficult moral dilemmas.
How might cultural influences impact the formation of an individual's conscience?
How might cultural influences impact the formation of an individual's conscience?
- By promoting universal moral principles that are consistent across all societies.
- By shaping the perception of what is considered right or wrong within a community. (correct)
- By having no impact, as conscience is innate.
- By exclusively determining an individual's moral code, overriding personal reflection.
In challenging moral scenarios, what role does critical thinking play in relation to one's conscience?
In challenging moral scenarios, what role does critical thinking play in relation to one's conscience?
What is the likely outcome of neglecting the formation of one's conscience?
What is the likely outcome of neglecting the formation of one's conscience?
How does the concept of conscience relate to personal responsibility?
How does the concept of conscience relate to personal responsibility?
When an individual's conscience conflicts with societal norms, what is a potential course of action?
When an individual's conscience conflicts with societal norms, what is a potential course of action?
How do emotions typically interact with conscience in moral decision-making?
How do emotions typically interact with conscience in moral decision-making?
In what way does education contribute to the formation of conscience?
In what way does education contribute to the formation of conscience?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between conscience and moral courage?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between conscience and moral courage?
Flashcards
Conscience
Conscience
An internal guide that helps us distinguish between right and wrong, influencing our moral decisions.
Forming Conscience
Forming Conscience
Forming one's conscience is emphasized through reflection, education, and seeking guidance to align with moral principles.
Moral Quality of Actions
Moral Quality of Actions
Actions are evaluated based on their moral quality, determining whether they align with ethical standards.
Study Notes
- The video explores the concept of conscience and its role in guiding moral decisions.
- Reference to the Gospel of John highlights the conscience as an inner voice.
- The conscience helps to discern right from wrong.
- Emphasized is the importance of forming conscience through reflection.
Moral Quality of Actions
- This section will likely delve into the factors that determine whether an action is considered morally good or bad.
Forming Your Conscience
- Discussion about the ways and means to properly form and develop one's conscience.
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