Ethics V Flashcards
1
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Kant, Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals
Universal Law
A
[Act only according to the maxim by which you can at the] same time will that it should become a universal law
2
Q
Kant, Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals
Emphasis on intention
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The Good Will shines fourth like a precious jewel
3
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Kant, Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals
Avoid inclination and heteronomy
A
Feelings and inclinations play the master over man
4
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Kant, Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals
Why the good will is good?
A
A good will is not good because of what it makes or accomplishes… it is good in itself
5
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Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologica
You need to look at consequences
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It would be harmful and therefore irrational to repay a debt
