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According to Natural Law, the use of ______ is considered wrong because it goes against the primary precept of Reproduction of the Human Species.
According to Natural Law, the use of ______ is considered wrong because it goes against the primary precept of Reproduction of the Human Species.
contraception
One argument against Natural Law is that it may lead to injustices by disregarding potential negative ______ of actions, like increased poverty in certain communities.
One argument against Natural Law is that it may lead to injustices by disregarding potential negative ______ of actions, like increased poverty in certain communities.
consequences
A defense of Natural Law asserts that it is ______, providing rules independent of personal feelings and desires, thus avoiding bias.
A defense of Natural Law asserts that it is ______, providing rules independent of personal feelings and desires, thus avoiding bias.
objective
Critics argue Natural Law can perpetuate injustices because it upholds outdated views that are not in sync with 21st-century ethical ______.
Critics argue Natural Law can perpetuate injustices because it upholds outdated views that are not in sync with 21st-century ethical ______.
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Proponents of Natural Law suggest that it is more reliable than ethics that depend on predicting consequences, such as Utilitarianism, because human reactions are often ______.
Proponents of Natural Law suggest that it is more reliable than ethics that depend on predicting consequences, such as Utilitarianism, because human reactions are often ______.
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An example of Natural Law's inflexible approach leading to potentially harmful outcomes is its stance against contraception, which some argue has contributed to the spread of ______ in certain regions.
An example of Natural Law's inflexible approach leading to potentially harmful outcomes is its stance against contraception, which some argue has contributed to the spread of ______ in certain regions.
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Natural Law allows for secondary precepts to be adapted in extreme situations, giving it a certain degree of ______.
Natural Law allows for secondary precepts to be adapted in extreme situations, giving it a certain degree of ______.
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Natural Law is considered to have a ______ aspect, allowing its secondary precepts to vary according to the situation.
Natural Law is considered to have a ______ aspect, allowing its secondary precepts to vary according to the situation.
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Flashcards
Natural Law
Natural Law
A moral theory based on universal principles that govern human behavior.
Consequences of Actions
Consequences of Actions
Natural Law can overlook negative outcomes of following its precepts.
Objective Morality
Objective Morality
Natural Law provides rules that are unbiased by personal feelings.
Outdated Ethics
Outdated Ethics
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Reliability of Natural Law
Reliability of Natural Law
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Inflexibility of Natural Law
Inflexibility of Natural Law
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Secondary Precepts
Secondary Precepts
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Teleological Aspect
Teleological Aspect
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Study Notes
Evaluating Natural Law's Injustice
- Natural Law may result in injustice by ignoring potential negative consequences of actions.
- For example, a secondary precept against contraception based on the primary precept of reproduction could lead to poverty and suffering in families, particularly in developing countries.
- Natural Law is often criticized for being objective and not considering individual feelings and desires.
- Natural Law is outdated, possibly not reflecting 21st-century ethical values.
- The inflexibility of Natural Law regarding contraception may have led to issues like the spread of AIDS.
- Natural Law offers some flexibility in its secondary precepts due to extreme situations.
- Natural Law's use of reason may be flawed, while religious scripture might be more reliable.
- Natural Law is comprehensive, addressing issues including modern ethical dilemmas like genetic engineering.
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Explore the limitations of Natural Law, including its potential for injustice by overlooking the negative consequences of actions. Examine criticisms regarding its objectivity, outdatedness, and inflexibility, particularly in relation to contraception and modern ethical dilemmas.