12 Questions
What is deontology primarily concerned with?
The study of duty and obligation
What is uniquely human?
Inclination to know the truth about God and live in society
Who is closely associated with deontological ethics?
Immanuel Kant
What does Kant's moral law emphasize?
Rational will and fairness
In deontological ethics, moral decisions are based on:
Duty and obligation
What makes Immanuel Kant one of the most influential figures in modern Western philosophy?
His works in epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics
What is the main purpose of deontology according to the text?
To inform us about our rational will
How do humans differ from animals in terms of their will, according to the text?
Humans respond to their external environment while animals interact with their surroundings
What type of mental construction involves transforming the world through imagination and reflection?
Imagine things
What is Kant's term for the procedural way of identifying the rightness or wrongness of an action?
Categorical Imperative
What are individuals encouraged to use against external authorities?
Courage to think on their own
What distinguishes human freedom, according to the text?
The ability to choose based on rationality
Explore the concept of deontology as the study of duty and obligation, focusing on actions being considered right or wrong. Delve into topics such as human nature, desires related to sexual intercourse and offspring care, and the natural inclination to know the truth about God and live in society.
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