Kant Flashcards

(11 cards)

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What is kantianism

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A moral theory that wich bases itself of reason rather than considering consequences of our actions

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What does kantian ethics focus on

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Duties rather than our ends goals and consequences

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What does can want to develop

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A moral system based solely on reason known to be true and universally valid amd capable to be applied to any situation

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What is a categorical imperative

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Moral law

The universal law formulation the end in itself formulation
The kingdom of ends formulation

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What does it mean if a law if categorical

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You have to follow it no matter how you feel emotion wise

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What is a hypothetical imperative

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They are conditional and do not concern morality

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What are maxims

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General rules of behaviour that should apply to everyone regardless of circumstances

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How do you test the universal law formulation

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Think about the maxim
Ask whether you can convince that it is to become a universal law and will and would you follow it

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What is a strength of kantiansim

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Cstigotical imperative
Everyday moral experience
Dignity of human beings

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What are some criticisms on kantian ethics

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Ignored motives
Conflicting duties
Tge enquiring murderer

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