Moral Theories and Aristotle

Finding balance between extremes in actions and decisions.

Focuses on self-development through virtuous actions.

Reason dictates 'do good, avoid evil'; Conscience is reason's judgment.

Based on understanding human nature and inclinations to find what's good.

Actions suitable to human nature, aligning with natural inclinations.

Fundamental drives towards self-preservation, societal interaction, and reproduction.

Natural inclination to care for your health and well-being.

Treating others with the same respect and dignity you accord yourself.

A framework for explaining right and wrong conduct. It helps us reason about and evaluate moral issues.

Right and wrong are based solely on individual beliefs and feelings.

Right and wrong are determined by the cultural norms and principles of a society.

Acting in your own self-interest is morally right.

Right and wrong are defined by the commands of God or a divine power.

Focuses on developing character traits that lead to moral behavior, like honesty and compassion.

The best action is the one that provides the greatest benefit for the most people.

Right and wrong are determined by rationality and universal principles, leading to duties.

Moral actions are evaluated based on the act itself, surrounding circumstances, and the intention of the agent.

Conditions surrounding a moral act that influence its morality. They answer questions like who, what, where, why, how, and when.

The purpose or intention behind a moral action. It's about what the person doing the act hopes to achieve.

A universal moral law that applies to everyone, unconditionally. It's a command to act in a way that you would want everyone else to act.

A moral rule that applies only if you want to achieve a specific goal. It's conditioned by your desires and self-interest.

The only thing truly good without reservations, it's the will to follow moral law.

According to Mill, happiness or pleasure is the highest value in life.