Reflective Essay: What Is My Code Of Morality?

There comes a point in time when all people must begin to assess the truths they acknowledge. This process can either result in a strengthening of the beliefs one already holds as they further confirm the ideologies, or it can result in a complete reversal of all that one previously held as true with respect to a certain facet of their beliefs. Throughout the course of my life I previously gave very little thought and reflection to the beliefs I held. I was held under the perspective that they were principal and structural truths to me, therefore, why should I question them? While perhaps there is merit in the consistency of accepting the knowledge and theories one has held for their livelihood, I seek opportunities to further refine and challenge …show more content…
Previously, I had held the belief that morality is a universal truth that is unanimous among all cultures. Through examination of these my views on morality, I have since come to the conclusion that a moral code is defined by the culture one resides in, and there exists no universal standard of goodness that is unanimously echoed throughout each culture, justified by the stark differences in culture between the middle east and the west. While according to my code of morality, it is immoral to abuse women, according to the morality code of the middle east, it is perfectly acceptable. This is an understanding I must have when approaching issues pertinent to the middle east. It is important to note, though, that my understanding of their code of morals does not mean that I condone what they do. I still view what they do as immoral and wrong, but it is ultimately beneficial to me when discussing the culture of the middle east to remember that their moral code is starkly different. Ultimately this will lead to more civil and meaningful discussion opposed to the repetitive contradictions that result from closed