Making Moral Descions Flashcards
1
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Morally significant
A
They involve right and wrong
2
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Morally neutral
A
Do not invoke questions of right and wrong
3
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Features of morally significant actions
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- it is performed by a person of high knowledge
- it is the result of the intention
- it has a significant consequence
4
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Deontological approach
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There are absolute rules that should be followed at all times
5
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Consequentialist approach
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Only the consequences determine whether an action is good or bad
6
Q
Sources of moral authority for Christian’s
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- bible
- church
- conscience
7
Q
Christian moral principles
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- do not steal
- do not kill
- do not lie
- the golden rule : treat others how you wish to be treated
- love your neighbour
- stand up for the poor
8
Q
Agape
A
Universal love for all humankind
9
Q
Sacrificial love
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Doing things that may be detrimental to ourselves
10
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Utilitarianism
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- the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest amount of people
11
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What is situation ethics
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In each situation we should aim to do the most loving thing even if it means breaking moral principles
