Kants Deontological Theory Flashcards
How is the ethic applied?
By using the three formulations of the categorical imperative
Categorical imperatives purpose?
To tell us our duty
3 formulations of the categorical imperative?
Universalisability
Treating others as an end, not a means (false promise)
Acting as a law making member of kingdom of ends.
Universalisability
Whether ones actions would be successful if everyone were to act that way?
Basis of deontology
Rule-based
Comes from an assessment of our duty
Kants opinion of doing right?
It is to do with using moral reason, rather than following God-given rules.
Kants opinion on consequences
Once we use moral reason to learn our duty, we dont need to consider consequences
Deontological
Morality based on right/wrong