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What primarily determines the rightness or wrongness of an act according to deontological theories?
What primarily determines the rightness or wrongness of an act according to deontological theories?
- The consequences of the act
- The features of the act itself or the rules it exemplifies (correct)
- The individual's personal feelings about the act
- The societal norms prevailing at the time
In an act deontological system, what role does conscience play?
In an act deontological system, what role does conscience play?
- It helps discover what is morally right or wrong apart from any rules (correct)
- It is irrelevant to moral decision-making processes
- It dictates the outcomes of actions based on selfish interests
- It serves as a guideline that must be followed strictly at all times
What is a disadvantage of an act deontological system?
What is a disadvantage of an act deontological system?
- It relies completely on established rules without any personal input
- It allows too much subjective interpretation of morality (correct)
- It does not consider the emotional aspects of moral choices
- It results in a rigid framework that can’t adapt to situations
Which aspect does Kant’s rule deontological system emphasize?
Which aspect does Kant’s rule deontological system emphasize?
Which of the following factors influenced Kant's moral philosophy the most?
Which of the following factors influenced Kant's moral philosophy the most?
What does Kant consider as the sole intrinsic good in life?
What does Kant consider as the sole intrinsic good in life?
In rule deontological systems, what is the significance of the principle of universality?
In rule deontological systems, what is the significance of the principle of universality?
How does Kant view the relationship between intrinsic value and man’s function?
How does Kant view the relationship between intrinsic value and man’s function?
What do rationalists claim about morality?
What do rationalists claim about morality?
According to Kant, what constitutes a morally good person?
According to Kant, what constitutes a morally good person?
What is the principle of end in Kant's categorical imperative?
What is the principle of end in Kant's categorical imperative?
Which aspect does Kant's principle of autonomy emphasize regarding moral law?
Which aspect does Kant's principle of autonomy emphasize regarding moral law?
What is a significant criticism from the Islamic perspective about Kant's moral philosophy?
What is a significant criticism from the Islamic perspective about Kant's moral philosophy?
What does the rationalist view assert about innate ideas in contrast to empiricism?
What does the rationalist view assert about innate ideas in contrast to empiricism?
What, according to Kant, grounds morality instead of desire?
What, according to Kant, grounds morality instead of desire?
Which formulation of Kant's categorical imperative involves the maxim of action as a universal law?
Which formulation of Kant's categorical imperative involves the maxim of action as a universal law?
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Act Deontological System
Act Deontological System
A moral system where right and wrong depend on individual conscience or intuition, not rules.
Rule Deontological System
Rule Deontological System
A moral system based on universal principles and rules, emphasizing consistency and moral judgments.
Rule Intuitionism
Rule Intuitionism
A type of rule deontological theory using intuition to support rules.
Rule Rationalism/Objectivism/Absolutism
Rule Rationalism/Objectivism/Absolutism
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Kant's Rule Deontological System
Kant's Rule Deontological System
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Good Will
Good Will
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Absolutism
Absolutism
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Pietism
Pietism
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Rationalism
Rationalism
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Empiricism
Empiricism
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Moral Knowledge (Rationalist View)
Moral Knowledge (Rationalist View)
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Moral Knowledge (Empiricist View)
Moral Knowledge (Empiricist View)
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Kant's Categorical Imperative (1st Formulation)
Kant's Categorical Imperative (1st Formulation)
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Good Will (Kant)
Good Will (Kant)
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Categorical Imperative (2nd Formulation)
Categorical Imperative (2nd Formulation)
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Categorical Imperative (3rd Formulation)
Categorical Imperative (3rd Formulation)
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Islamic Criticism of Kant
Islamic Criticism of Kant
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Subjectivity (Moral Maxims)
Subjectivity (Moral Maxims)
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Autonomy (Kant)
Autonomy (Kant)
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Study Notes
Kantianism
- Kantianism focuses on the features of an action, or the rule behind it, to determine its rightness or wrongness.
- The end does not justify the means.
- Two types of deontological theories exist:
- One-act deontological system: right and wrong based on conscience/intuitions; moral decisions are made without external rules guiding them.
- Two-rule deontological system: moral decisions are based on appeal to rules/principles; these rules come from intuitionism, rationalism, objectivism, or absolutism.
- Kant's rule deontological system:
- 1724-1804 (Kant's years)
- Absolutist and rationalist; reason forms a consistent set of non-overridable moral principles.
Influencing Factors
- Kant's parents were Pietists in the Lutheran church, emphasizing sincerity, feelings, and moral life over theological doctrine.
- Influenced by Pietism, Rousseau's work on human freedom, and the intrinsic importance of man's dignity.
Intrinsic Goodness
- Moral worth is derived from the goodness of the will, not the outcome.
- God judges people based on the sincerity of their efforts towards living according to moral principles, not the success of completing tasks.
- The good will is the only intrinsic good in life.
Rationalism and Empiricism Debate
- Rationalist claims: Pure reason defines the world, regardless of experience.
- Empiricist challenge: All knowledge comes from experience, no inherent ideals.
Kant's Categorical Imperative (CI)
- Three formulations of CI:
- Principle of maxim and universal law: act only according to rules (maxims) where you can wish that rule to be a universal law (objective principle),
- Act as treating humanity as an end and never a mere means: Value each person; do not exploit them.
- Principle of autonomy: Every rational being has power to act as a creator of universal law, without external support like God, society, or preferences. The ideally rational person will agree on a similar moral principle.
Islamic Criticisms
- Man isn’t the sole source of moral values; human rationality is central to morality, but not the only rational being in existence.
Kantianism's Criticisms
- Its moral principles are subjective because circumstances dictate individual actions, yet principles are presented as universally applicable.
- Moral decisions can be based solely on good will without reference to social structures (government, religion, etc.), making desires and societal influences secondary in decision making.
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Explore the key concepts of Kantianism, focusing on the inherent nature of actions based on moral principles. Learn about the differences between one-act and two-rule deontological systems and the impact of Kant's philosophy on moral decision-making. This quiz delves into the historical context and the intrinsic goodness in Kant's ethics.
