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What is the primary function of morality in our daily lives?
What is the primary function of morality in our daily lives?
- To create a set of rules for an ideal society
- To establish a universal code of conduct
- To provide a survival script for individuals (correct)
- To preserve the will of a powerful individual
What is the characteristic of morality that makes it applicable to all in a society?
What is the characteristic of morality that makes it applicable to all in a society?
- It is independent from religion (correct)
- It is based on individual will and power
- It is a set of universal rules
- It is culturally and territorially based
What is the focus of moral theories in relation to morality?
What is the focus of moral theories in relation to morality?
- Understanding the moral subscripts (correct)
- Creating a set of rules for an ideal society
- Developing a universal code of conduct
- Establishing the will of a powerful individual
What is the purpose of a moral script in a society?
What is the purpose of a moral script in a society?
What is the characteristic of morality that makes it vary across different societies?
What is the characteristic of morality that makes it vary across different societies?
What is the relation between morality and religion according to the text?
What is the relation between morality and religion according to the text?
According to the morality system, what is the primary function of guilt?
According to the morality system, what is the primary function of guilt?
What is the role of conscience in the morality system?
What is the role of conscience in the morality system?
Why do individuals judge themselves based on group standards?
Why do individuals judge themselves based on group standards?
What is the cumulative effect of guilt?
What is the cumulative effect of guilt?
What is the primary purpose of the morality system?
What is the primary purpose of the morality system?
Why do individuals hide their actions from both self and others when they feel guilty?
Why do individuals hide their actions from both self and others when they feel guilty?
What is the Latin origin of the word 'conscience'?
What is the Latin origin of the word 'conscience'?
What is the primary motivator of conscience according to the text?
What is the primary motivator of conscience according to the text?
How does conscience evolve over time?
How does conscience evolve over time?
What is the role of the intellect in conscience, according to Fr. Fagothey?
What is the role of the intellect in conscience, according to Fr. Fagothey?
What is the primary difference between morality and religion?
What is the primary difference between morality and religion?
What is the definition of law, according to the text?
What is the definition of law, according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of both conventional law and natural law?
What is the primary purpose of both conventional law and natural law?
What is the main function of the penal code?
What is the main function of the penal code?
What is the goal of retribution in the penal code?
What is the goal of retribution in the penal code?
Why is law needed for the safety of society?
Why is law needed for the safety of society?
What is the purpose of declarative conventional law?
What is the purpose of declarative conventional law?
What is the goal of rehabilitation in the penal code?
What is the goal of rehabilitation in the penal code?
What is the primary purpose of the penal code in relation to offenders?
What is the primary purpose of the penal code in relation to offenders?
What is the primary goal of the penal code in relation to the community?
What is the primary goal of the penal code in relation to the community?
How does the penal code differ between criminal and civil cases?
How does the penal code differ between criminal and civil cases?
What is the ultimate goal of the penal code in maintaining society?
What is the ultimate goal of the penal code in maintaining society?
What role do morality and the law serve in society?
What role do morality and the law serve in society?
What is the relationship between the penal code and accountability in society?
What is the relationship between the penal code and accountability in society?
Flashcards
Morality definition
Morality definition
A set of rules governing human behavior in right and wrong.
Descriptive Morality
Descriptive Morality
Observed rules of human behavior.
Normative Morality
Normative Morality
Ideal code of conduct for all rational people.
Territorial Morality
Territorial Morality
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Guilt
Guilt
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Conscience
Conscience
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Evolution of Conscience
Evolution of Conscience
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Morality and Religion
Morality and Religion
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Law
Law
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Purpose of Law
Purpose of Law
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Law's necessity
Law's necessity
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Penal Code
Penal Code
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Retribution
Retribution
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Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
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Deterrence
Deterrence
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Criminal vs. Civil Cases
Criminal vs. Civil Cases
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Law and Order
Law and Order
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Natural Law
Natural Law
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Declarative Law
Declarative Law
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Determinative Law
Determinative Law
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Study Notes
Morality as a Survival Script
- Morality is a set of rules that govern human behavior in matters of right and wrong.
- It has three different definitions:
- Descriptive definition: a set of rules that govern human behavior.
- Normative and universal definition: an ideal code of conduct that would be observed by all rational people under specific conditions.
Morality and Society
- Morality is territorial and culturally based.
- We are bound to live within the society's guidelines as long as we live in that society.
- Morality is a system that sets standards of virtuous conduct, enforces policy, and self-regulates through guilt.
Guilt and Conscience
- Guilt is a result of self-judging and punishing oneself for not living up to the moral standards.
- Guilt can be cumulative, leading to withdrawal and isolation.
- Conscience is motivated by good feelings within us, such as pride, compassion, and empathy.
- Conscience evolves as individuals grow, and our perception of evil evolves with age.
Morality and Religion
- Conscience applies to three things: the intellect, the process of reasoning, and the judgment itself.
- Religion, in contrast to morality, draws much from the divine.
- Many religious belief systems include or are built around the idea of divine will and divine judgment.
Law
- Law is a set of rules and binding custom or practice recognized and enforced by a controlling authority.
- Law is both an art and an instrument of power, aiming to create desirable outcomes.
- Natural law has been used as the basis for some conventional laws.
- There are two forms of conventional law: declarative and determinative.
Purpose of Law
- The purpose of law is to protect life, liberty, and property of the group covered by these laws.
- Law was needed for the following reasons:
- The ignorant need instruction and control by the wise.
- Earthly penalties are required for the safety of society.
- Concerted action demands teamwork and leadership.
- Society must meet changed conditions harmoniously.
The Penal Code
- The penal code is a system of rules that prescribe punishments for unlawful acts.
- The penal code has three main functions:
- Retribution: paying back the victim for the crime committed.
- Rehabilitation: correcting the behavior of offenders and reintegrating them into society.
- Deterrence: preventing similar actions in the future by warning both the offender and the community.
Enforcement and Morality
- Enforcement differs between criminal and civil cases.
- The penal code is essential for maintaining law and order and ensuring accountability for actions within a society.
- Morality and the law serve the purpose of maintaining stability and security in society.
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Test your knowledge of morality and its different definitions. Explore how morality is understood and applied in day-to-day life, including descriptive and normative approaches. Assess your understanding of right and wrong and how morality has evolved over time.
