30 Questions
What is the main basis of moral decisions according to David Hume?
Moral sentiments
Which philosophical position did David Hume hold regarding the role of feelings in moral judgments?
Empiricist approach
In Hume's view, what is the basis of all social life and personal happiness?
Sympathy
According to Hume, what is the main difference between rationalists and his view on moral judgments?
Sentiments and feelings
What is the primary influence on human behavior, as per David Hume's philosophy?
Passion
What are the two categories into which Hume divides reason?
Demonstrative and Probable
Where can Hume's main ethical thought be found?
'An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals'
According to Hume, what is the motivational force behind human actions?
Passion
What influences a person's pursuit of a particular goal, as per Hume?
Passion
In moral judgment, which factor plays an important role according to Hume?
Sympathy
What are the two types of virtues distinguished by Hume?
Artificial and Natural
What are examples of natural virtues as per Hume?
Generosity and Kindness
What is the defining struggle in an ethical life according to the text?
Balancing between inclination and duty
What motivates human actions when acting from inclination?
Natural habits and urges
What does acting from duty entail?
Doing the right thing because it's the right thing to do
What is the source of duty according to Kant?
Categorical imperative
How does acting from duty differ from acting from inclination in terms of ethical value?
Acting from duty has real ethical value
Which principle did Kant emphasize as a moral maxim?
Principle of Universalizability
What are artificial virtues?
Qualities that are based on social interaction
Which of the following categories of qualities constitute moral virtues according to Hume?
Qualities that are useful to others
What did Kant's life revolve around most prominently?
Performing actions in a moral manner
How did people in Konigsberg relate their activities to Kant's life?
They adjusted their schedules according to his activities
What philosophy did Kant propound?
Critical philosophy
What is the core focus of Deontology as a moral theory?
Performing actions in a morally right manner
What does a hypothetical imperative tell us?
What to do if we have particular desires
According to Kant, what separates humanity from animals?
Practical reason or rationality
What does a categorical imperative tell us?
What to do in all situations, regardless of wants
In Kantian ethics, what is the value that separates humanity from animals?
Practical reason or rationality
What type of imperatives are authoritative expressions of our moral duties according to Kant?
Categorical imperatives
What should the principles you live by be according to Kant?
Forged by your very own practical reason
Learn about the Scottish philosopher, historian, and economist David Hume and his empirical, sceptical approach to knowledge. Explore his criticism of innate ideas and the importance of experience in shaping human understanding.
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