Ethics: Divine Command Theory Quiz

According to Divine Command Theory, what is the relationship between God's commands and morality?

Morality is independent of God's commands.

God's commands have no influence on morality.

Morality dictates what God's commands should be.

God's commands determine what is morally right. (correct)

What problem does Divine Command Theory aim to solve?

Objectivity and universality in science

Relativism and subjectivism in morality (correct)

Economic inequality

Political conflicts in society

In Divine Command Theory, what is considered the morally right action?

The action that aligns with societal norms

The action that maximizes self-interest

The action that God commands (correct)

The action that benefits the individual

What distinguishes Divine Command Theory from moral relativism?

Dependency on God's commands for morality Signup and view all the answers

How does Divine Command Theory address the question of why one ought to be moral?

By emphasizing the overriding nature of moral commands Signup and view all the answers

What is the common claim among all versions of the Divine Command Theory?

Morality and moral obligations ultimately depend on God Signup and view all the answers

What does the Doctrine of Divine simplicity propose?

God and goodness are identical, making his commands good. Signup and view all the answers

How does William Alston respond to the Euthyphro dilemma?

He argues that God's morality is distinct from simply obeying his own commands. Signup and view all the answers

What objection does Michael Austin raise against the divine command theory based on autonomy?

Autonomy conflicts with divine command theory because it requires free choice in moral principles. Signup and view all the answers

How does St. Augustine view the relationship between God's commands and morality?

God's commands determine what is moral. Signup and view all the answers

What does Robert Adams propose in his Modified Divine Command Theory?

God's character and goodness shape his commands. Signup and view all the answers

How does Heteronomous morality differ from Autonomous morality?

Heteronomous morality involves following imposed moral laws. Signup and view all the answers

According to Robert Adams, in ethical contexts, what does 'wrong' entail?

An emotional attitude against an action Signup and view all the answers

What does Robert Adams suggest as the foundation of a believer's concept of morality?

Religious belief Signup and view all the answers

According to Paul Copan, why do humans have rights, dignity, freedom, and responsibility?

Because they are made in God's image Signup and view all the answers

What does Linda Zagzebski propose in the Divine motivation theory for determining goodness?

God's motives Signup and view all the answers

How does Michael Austin criticize the divine command theory?

For promoting impure motivations for being moral Signup and view all the answers

In Robert Adams' view, what happens to a believer's concept of morality if God commands something they perceive as wrong?

It breaks down Signup and view all the answers