Applying Theories To… Lying Flashcards
1
Q
What would NML think of lying? (3)
A
Violates secondary precept of don’t lie
Violates primary precept of living in an ordered society
Aquinas says every lie is a sin
2
Q
What would SE think of lying? (3)
A
Permits it if it leads to a good outcome
Outcome determines if it’s a good or bad action
Lying is neither intrinsically right or wrong
3
Q
What would VE think of lying? (5)
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Virtues: courage, justice, truthfulness
Aim to habitually tell the truth
Looks like a blanket of condemnation but actually is issue concerning how we interact socially
Golden mean achiever is truthful in life and speech
Virtues work together to form synergy
