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What is the main argument of cultural relativism?
Cultural relativism argues that what is moral varies from one society to another and at different points in history, and that we must refrain from judging others based on our own, current values.
How does cultural relativism relate to translation and interpreting?
Cultural relativism suggests that translators and interpreters must be sensitive to the fact that what is controversial and requires more sensitivity to communicate varies from one social environment to another.
What is the potential implication of separating morality from ethics and restricting it to the individual?
The implication is that what is moral becomes a matter of opinion, leading to relativism and the idea that moral values vary across societies and history.
Why does relativism pose a challenge for translators and interpreters?
Relativism poses a challenge because it highlights the variation in what is deemed controversial and sensitive to communicate across different social environments, requiring translators and interpreters to navigate these differences with sensitivity and awareness.
Test your understanding of cultural relativism and moral relativism with this quiz. Explore the concept of moral subjectivity and its implications for ethical judgments across different cultures and historical periods.
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