ETHICS CHAPTER 1 Flashcards
(14 cards)
A state of existence that individuals strive for, characterized by happiness and fulfillment.
Good Life
The inner sense of right and wrong that guides a person’s moral decisions and actions.
Conscience
The philosophical study of morality, focusing on what is right and wrong, and how individuals should act.
Ethics
Philosopher who viewed humans as rational beings capable of distinguishing good from bad, emphasizing the search for goodness.
John Locke
Philosopher who believed in the autonomy of the individual and the capacity for self-regulation in moral decision-making.
Immanuel Kant
Psychologist who emphasized the search for meaning in life as a primary motivational force, asserting that individuals are self-determining.
Viktor Frankl
Psychologist who highlighted the role of conscience in guiding individuals towards their true selves and moral goals.
Erich Fromm
Philosopher who linked conscience to moral law and the dignity of the human person.
St. Thomas Aquinas
Asserts that ethics is the supreme philosophy, focusing on the attainment of happiness as the ultimate goal of human existence.
Plato’s Theory of Happiness
Suggests that modern morality is often based on pleasure and pain rather than traditional moral values.
Redefinition of Ethics
The transition from a natural state of goodness to a more complex understanding of morality influenced by societal norms and technological advancements.
Impact of Civilization
The idea that individuals are constantly seeking purpose and meaning in their lives, which drives their actions and decisions.
Search for Meaning
Civilization has led humans to interpret existence in terms of cause and effect, seeking concrete answers to problems.
Concept of Time
The rise of personal politics and selfishness has complicated the notion of a good life, moving away from communal welfare.
Individuality
