Moral Intuitionism

Question 1

We can discover the right thing to do by considering our deepest intuitions

The moral theory which claims one knows what is right

Answer 1

Intuitionism

Question 2

Wrote about Principia Ethica

Answer 2

G E Moore

Question 3

Can discover what is right and wrong in every instance

Answer 3

Conscience

Question 4

An expression of intuitional act-deontological ethics is found in the famous moral sermons of:

Answer 4

Bishop of Durham, Joseph Butler

Question 5

Intuitionism teaches 3 main things

Answer 5

1 There are real objective moral truths

2 Fundamental truths cant be broken down into parts or defined by reference of anything except other moral truths

3 Human beings can discover these truths through their mind by intuition

Question 6

Talks about prima facie duties (obvious) and actual duties

Answer 6

William David Ross

Question 7

Ross’ prima facie duties 6

Answer 7

Fidelity - keep promises and be honest
Reparation - make amends
Gratitude - be thankful and return favors
Beneficience - be kind to others
Self-improvement - strive to improve own’s state
Non-maleficence - refrain from harming others