Christian Moral Ethics

Question 1

What was Tillich’s view on moral principles?

Answer 1

Love is key and the individual makes ethical decisions

Question 2

Criticisms of Tillich’s Xn moral principles?

Answer 2

• Not very precise i.e. how to decide the ‘most loving thing to do’
• Love is an empty concept

Question 3

Strengths of Tillich’s Xn moral principles?

Answer 3

• Can be easily applied to new situations
• Flexible
• Forgiveness seems to make rules less important