Natural Law Theory Flashcards
1
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Natural Law 1
law
A
- a dictate of reason that measures action by commanding or forbidding
- as promulgated (communicated, dispersed)
- by an authority that is responsible
- for the good of all
2
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Natural Law 1
eternal law
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God’s rational plan or direction for all things within the universe
3
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Natural Law 1
natural law
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innate ability to know what is naturally right
4
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Natural Law 1
divine law
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law revealed sacred texts & teachings
5
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Natural Law 1
human law
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foundation for civil laws and moral training in society
6
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Natural Law 1
fundamental principle
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Good is to be done/pursued, & evil is to be avoided
AKA do good, avoid evil
7
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Natural Law 1
primary vs. secondary principles
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- primary: follows from FP, seven basic goods
- secondary: more detailed, harder to grasp, NOT self evident
FP: fundamental principle
8
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Natural Law 1
What are the seven basic goods?
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- life
- reporduction
- educate offspring
- seek God
- live in society
- avoid offense
- shun ignorance
