Divine Command theory and the Theory of Natural Law Flashcards
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Core belief of Divine Command theory
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God decides what is right and what is wrong.
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Benefits of Divine Command Theory
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Objectivity- it’s right if God commands it.
Purpose- good behavior is rewarded and bad is punished
Doubt- The bible can satisfy any doubt
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Disadvantages to Divine Command Theory
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Universality- Religion is not universal concept.
Source- does not define the real source of ethical standards. “Is conduct right because God commands it or does he command it because its right.”
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Natural Law Theory by Aquinas
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Human Nature is tied in with the will of God because he created humanity.
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Disadvantages of Natural Law Theory
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What is natural is not always good.
The is-ought distinction
Conflict with Science.
