Ethics: Morality And Integrity Flashcards
What does normative mean
Based on the views of rationale people
What is descriptive
Doctrine or code that is specifically designed by a group
What is teleological ethics
Theory that the centre of value is the outcome or consequence of the act
What is dentology
View that certain features in the act itself have intrinsic value
What is relativism
Theory that moral principles gain their validity only through approval by the culture of the individual
What is subjectivism
Subjective ethical relativism is the relativist view that all moral principles are justified by virtue of their acceptance by an individual agent themself
What is objectivism
Moral objectivism is the theory that there are universal moral principles, valid for all people and social environments
What is cognitive rationality
Methods of acquiring moral knowledge are various types of correctly applied observations and experiments, as well as inductive or other reasoning
What is the golden rule?
Do to others as you would do to you
What is morality
Refers to principles relating to right and wrong or good and bad behaviour
What is integrity
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
What are principles
A moral rule or a strong belief that influences your actions
What are the attributes of moral integrity
- coherent
- permanent
- freely chosen
- commitment
- linked to a moral life in general
What risk does naive sincerity have
Puts a morally committed person at risk of harassment, torture or death
Is camouflage a good false moral integrity?
Yes, can be good if a misleading appearance can minimise suffering, slavery, injustice and hatred and maximise happiness and freedom
