Natural Law Flashcards

1
Q

What did Aquinas believe about goodness

A

God wants us to be good

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2
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What is the Natural law theory

A

The idea that we are pre-loaded with knowledge and we just discover what we know over time

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3
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If God created us and he is good….

A

then surely we must be good (Aquinas’ idea)

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4
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What are the ‘basic goods’?

A

The things God designed for us to want

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5
Q

List the basic goods

A
Life 
Reproduction
Educating the young
Seek God
Live in society
Avoid offence 
Shun ignorance
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