19 Questions
According to Immanuel Kant, what is the foundation of Ethics and Morality?
Rationality
What is the core principle behind the Categorical Imperative proposed by Immanuel Kant?
Good Will
In Kant's philosophy, what does the Principle of Universalizability state?
An action is right if you can rationally will it to be universal
What does Kant's Principle of Humanity emphasize in ethical decision-making?
Treating others as ends, not merely as means
Which ethical theory aligns closely with the Categorical Imperative within Kant's philosophy?
Deontological Ethics
What does Kant think about the application of moral rules under the Categorical Imperative?
Rules should be applied universally
According to Kant, what is the Kingdom of Ends?
A society where individuals treat each other as ends, not merely as things or tools
What is the foundation of Ethics and Morality according to Immanuel Kant?
Rationality
What role does Good Will play in Kant's ethical theory?
Doing things because they are morally correct
What is the core principle behind the Natural Law Theory proposed by St. Thomas Aquinas?
Universality and Rationality
According to Natural Law Theory, what distinguishes Human Acts from Acts of Man?
Proceeding from the will
In the context of Natural Law Theory, what does it mean for actions to accord with the end purpose of human nature?
Aligning with human goals
What is the significance of the assertion that animals know what is GOOD for them in the context of Natural Law Theory?
It supports the argument for inherent moral knowledge
How do Basic Goods relate to the understanding of 'Good' in Natural Law Theory?
'Good' is related to actions that accord with human nature
In the Act-Effect Principle by Aquinas, what is considered morally good?
Treating the gravely ill patient
According to Aquinas' Means-End Proportionality Principle, what must be present for an 'evil effect' to occur?
A proportionately grave reason
What is the primary goal when applying Aquinas' Intention Principle?
Preserving the patient's life
How does Aquinas' Right-Order Principle dictate the relationship between good and evil effects?
The good effect must come first before the evil effect
What ethical dilemma arises when applying Aquinas' Means-End Proportionality Principle?
Weighing potential harm to society against preserving life
Explore the concept of the Categorical Imperative proposed by Immanuel Kant, who believed in the importance of rationality as the foundation of ethics and morality. Learn about how morality is a product of rationality and how the categorical imperative is seen as absolute.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
