Moral Values In Thomas Jefferson's The Vist

From the start of humanity moral rights have been a strong influence not only everyday life but also in the decisions the government makes. Thomas Jefferson once said, “The care of human life and happiness, and not their destruction, is the first and only object of good government.” I believe Thomas Jefferson was right, and his moral values should correlate with the play The Vist. The times of desperation are the most important times to stay true to your moral values. The people of Gullen faltered in their desperation for money. Being put under the same situation I believe it wouldn’t be an easy decision to make but I would not take Claire Zachanassians offer because It is the right thing to do. Growing up my mom used to tell me how it’s always important to tell the truth and do the right thing even when it’s not the convent or easy thing to do. Putting myself into the town of Gullen, taking the money would be the easier route, one less life for a saved town. This however is not the solution that should ever be taken. It is not morally justifiable or not you have to take a step back and look at what morals even mean. A moral is a lesson especially one concerning what is right or prudent, that can be derived …show more content…
When replacing justice for revenge the notion of justice can be twisted and warped to fit the needs of the moment and the demands of the social system. in retro-spec justice can be twisted to address the internal economy of the individual. That individual in this case is Claire Zachanassian, and her thirst for revenge because he refused to acknowledge their child years ago. The act of revenge can be looked at as justice when the revenge you’re obtaining follows the moral standards of the situation and in a way you walk away with a “clean” conscience. When justice turns into revenge, you’re getting even but not in the right light of things, and justice for the wrong