Philosophy of Morality and Ethics

Culture's character and attitude of approval or disapproval

To provide a moral framework that guides individuals or societies in determining what actions are morally right or wrong

Normative ethics develops and applies ethical principles, while metaethics questions the foundations and assumptions behind these frameworks

<p>Customary behavior of a group</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is crucial in understanding individual rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Critical questions about their justification, such as why pleasure is considered good in a moral theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Radical freedom, emphasizing human beings as free moral agents responsible for their choices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom implies an obligation to oneself, requiring the exercise of rationality, empathy, and responsibility for one's actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deliberation is a uniquely human act that requires reflection, rational capacity, and empathy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom operates within societal norms and structures, providing social order and limits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rational capacity enables individuals to make choices in accordance with their personal moral principles, taking full responsibility for their actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moral decisions involve reflection, deliberation, and consideration of consequences, while maintaining empathy and humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers