12 Questions
What is the focus of deontological theory?
The characteristics of the action itself
According to deontological theory, why is an action considered morally right?
Irrespective of the consequences, due to characteristics of the action itself
Who is the prominent philosopher associated with the most prominent deontological ethical theory?
Immanuel Kant
What was Immanuel Kant's emphasis in his deontological ethical theory?
The relationship between duty and morality of actions
What does the term 'deon' from deontological theory mean?
Duty
What does deontological theory consider intrinsically right or wrong?
Actions irrespective of their consequences
What position did Kant hold before becoming a professor of logic and metaphysics?
Private tutor in science, mathematics, and philosophy
How long did Kant work as a private tutor before being promoted to a professor?
10 years
What is Kant's ethical theory known as?
Categorical imperative
According to Kant, what is considered good in itself?
Good will
What does Kant consider to be solely a matter of intent, motive, and will?
Moral rightness or wrongness
According to Kant, what determines if a person has a good will?
Correct motive and action
Study Notes
Deontological Theory
- Focuses on the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions, regardless of their consequences
- An action is considered morally right if it is in accordance with a moral rule or duty
Immanuel Kant and Deontological Ethics
- Immanuel Kant is the prominent philosopher associated with the most prominent deontological ethical theory
- Kant's emphasis in his deontological ethical theory is on the moral law and the categorical imperative
- The term 'deon' from deontological theory means 'duty' in Greek
Kant's Ethical Theory
- Kant's ethical theory is known as deontological ethics or moral absolutism
- According to Kant, good will is considered good in itself
- Kant considers moral actions to be solely a matter of intent, motive, and will
- According to Kant, a person's will is good if it is motivated by a sense of duty to follow moral laws
Kant's Life and Career
- Before becoming a professor of logic and metaphysics, Kant held a position as a private tutor
- Kant worked as a private tutor for nine years before being promoted to a professor
Test your understanding of deontological ethics and Kant's Idea of Good Will and the Categorical Imperative. Explore how to resolve moral issues using the categorical imperative and its emphasis on duty and morality of actions.
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