S+W Intuitionism (Explain points)

Question 1

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Society having shared moral values…

Answer 1

If knowledge of right and wrong is based on instinct and intuition it is logical that different societies share similar views on certain actions. E.G condemning murder.

Question 2

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Doesn’t require God….

Answer 2

If each individual makes moral decisions based on intuition, it removes the requirement for God as a source of absolute ethical principles.

Question 3

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The non-cognitive theory of EMOTIVISM rejects the cognitive theory of intuitionism, why?

Answer 3

Emotivism suggests there is no such thing as ethical knowledge as ethical judgements can’t be proven true or false.

Question 4

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Intuitions being correct…?

Answer 4

We cannot be sure that the intuitions and instincts we feel are correct and shared within society. E.G. individuals with a sadistic personality won’t have the same intuition on right and wrong that other individuals will, who is correct?

Question 5

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What did Mackie say about intuitionism?

Answer 5

Mackie stated that morality isn’t simply just believing that something is right, you must do something about what you believe is right.