Euthyphro's Theory Vs Divine Command Theory

Divine Command Theory is a normative theory that states we should follow the will of god. A similar variation to Euthyphro’s question to Socrates is; does god commands what is right because it is right, or God commands what is right? This question can be quite confusing, and can be difficult to explain which of the two corresponds with Divine Command Theory. After carefully analyzing both scenarios, it can be concluded that a Divine Command Theorist cannot choose one. Therefore, let’s examine both options give reasons of why this situation can be difficult to comprehend. The first part of the question can be examined more reasonably and can give a solid reason why this can be a better option. If God commands what is right because it is right, …show more content…
However, there are also problems with this option, because it creates another issue to the matter. One way to look at the error is that God is following something, even though it is God’s free will, does not give a valid reason why somebody should worship God. This option just states a reason to not collide with the second option. It can be viewed as if right is above God, and he just commands things that is right. In a way it hints why this option is not 100% correct to follow the will of God, if God is not viewed as top priority. However, just for the reason that God has free independent will, can be convincing at a certain degree, but not the option to go for a theorist. The other option it is right, because commands it, is implying that God can command anything can be viewed right at any situation given. Unlike the previous option where the end result would turn out correctly, this option contradicts it. Involving situations where at times can be viewed wrong to society, but right to God. For example, one of the “Ten Commandments” is that people are forbidden to kill, because God commands that it is right not to