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The law tells us what we should do.
The law tells us what we should do.
False (B)
What does positive law refer to?
What does positive law refer to?
- Laws dictated by authority figures (correct)
- Local barangay rules
- Ethical behavior
- Acts that are always ethical
Why might it be problematic to think of ethics solely in terms of the law?
Why might it be problematic to think of ethics solely in terms of the law?
Because the law only tells us what to avoid and does not provide guidance on positive ethical actions.
In the Philippines, Filipinos are required to obey the laws of the land as stated in the country's ______ and ______ codes.
In the Philippines, Filipinos are required to obey the laws of the land as stated in the country's ______ and ______ codes.
What is one benefit of taking law as the basis of ethics?
What is one benefit of taking law as the basis of ethics?
What is one important aspect of ethical behavior that may be disregarded if we only look to the law?
What is one important aspect of ethical behavior that may be disregarded if we only look to the law?
What is the position that claims ethical standards are relative to one's culture?
What is the position that claims ethical standards are relative to one's culture?
Which of the following are examples of differences across cultures?
Which of the following are examples of differences across cultures?
Cultural relativism is based on the belief that there is a universal standard for ethical valuations.
Cultural relativism is based on the belief that there is a universal standard for ethical valuations.
What can be an appealing aspect of cultural relativism?
What can be an appealing aspect of cultural relativism?
In some cultures, ____ can be more taboo than in others.
In some cultures, ____ can be more taboo than in others.
What does cultural relativism teach us about judging other cultures?
What does cultural relativism teach us about judging other cultures?
How can relations between men and women vary across cultures?
How can relations between men and women vary across cultures?
Study Notes
Law and Ethics in the Philippines
- Filipino ethical behavior is guided by the law.
- This applies to both criminal and civil codes.
- Provincial and city ordinances further define ethical behavior at the local level.
- Barangays or villages also have their own rules and regulations.
- Positive Law refers to government-issued rules and regulations that demand compliance.
- Many unethical acts (e.g., murder, theft) are also illegal.
- Law enforcement and sanctions create pressure to obey the law.
- Law offers an objective and universal standard of ethics.
- "Ethics? Just follow the law" is a common viewpoint.
- However identifying ethics solely with law has limitations.
- Law's prohibitive nature focuses on what one shouldn't do, not what one should do.
- Ethics encompasses positive actions that may not be legally mandated.
Cultural Relativism
- Cultural relativism is the belief that ethical values and practices are relative to a particular culture or society.
- It is a response to the observation of diversity in ethical beliefs and practices across different cultures.
- Cultural relativism argues that there is no single universal standard for ethical values or practices.
- What is considered ethically acceptable or unacceptable is dependent on one's culture.
- Cultural relativism emphasizes tolerance and understanding of other cultures by recognizing that our own moral code is not superior to any other.
- It suggests that we should follow the ethical standards of our own culture, rather than imposing our values on others.
Arguments for Cultural Relativism
- Empirical Evidence: Cultural relativism is supported by the observation of diverse ethical practices across different cultures.
- Provides Ethical Foundation: It provides a basis for ethical valuations within a specific cultural context.
- Promotes Tolerance: It encourages tolerance by recognizing that other cultures have their own ethical systems, which should be respected.
- Avoids Ethnocentricism: It prevents us from judging other cultures based on our own values.
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Explore the relationship between law and ethics in the Philippines through this quiz. Understand how legal codes and local ordinances shape ethical behavior at different levels of society. This quiz also highlights the limitations of equating ethics solely with the law.
