John Singer Sargent

utility/ benefits than other acts. Under Utilitarianism, individuals do not merely look to their own pleasure, but are concerned with maximizing pleasure for all [“greatest happiness for the greatest number” principle] including future generations. John Stuart Mill (1806-1873), Bentham’s disciple, modified the theory by recognizing different human characteristics rather than placing equal values on ‘pleasures’ as goals. The basic idea of Utilitarianism is “actions are right in proportion as they…

Utilitarianism Bentham’s moral theory was founded on the assumption that it is the consequences of human actions that count their merit, and that the kind of consequence that counts for human happiness is just the achievement of pleasure and avoidance of pain. He argued that there is an easy way of calculating human actions, and it is done by considering how intensely pleasure is felt, how long it lasts, how quickly it follows upon the action, and how likely it is to avoid harm. Utilitarianism…

Utilitarianism is one of the most well-known moral theories. It is based on the idea of utility which denotes the overall net benefits created by an action (Grama & Spinello, 2015). According to the theory the action that creates the greatest benefit is the correct and moral action. When considering society as whole, utilitarianism seems like one of the best moral theories. Since it focuses on the net good of actions, overall society will benefit, even if specific individuals do not. Due to the…

Utilitarianism is based on the The Greatest Happiness Principle, which states that people should act in accordance towards maximizing one’s pleasure, while minimizing one’s pain. This is also relevant in a communal setting focusing on benefitting the majority of a group. The two philosophers that will be discussed are: Elizabeth Anscombe and Jeremy Bentham. The Anscombian point of view protests against the use of murder as a means to an end. The Bentham-style utilitarian abides by The Greatest…

Utilitarianism seems to be most consistent with my own personal moral framework and perspective. One would think this particular theory would be one most medical professionals could relate too, especially nurses. Nurses being that we are always or should always be thriving to do the greatest good, the largest number of people within a community (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, 2014). The theory dates back to the early 19th century, and was founded by an English philosopher and social…

The elemental idea of Utilitarianism is that actions are morally right only if and because they produce the greatest good. The greatest good in this case pertains to taking in all the effects of the action, be they long or immediate, and taking in to account everyone that will be affected. The net effect of the action is then formulated by subtracting the sum of bad effects from the good. Furthermore, Utilitarianism is a doctrine that all actions should be judged in terms of their utility in…

consequences of moral rules and principles, and insists that they be justified only by appeal to how happy they make us”. To further explain, utilitarianism justifies the actions and decisions made by focusing on the overall utility of the majority of people. John Staurt Mill and Jeremy Bentham both formatted this theory in slightly different ways but both have the same concept. Bentham creates a happiness calculus were the beneficial results of the action are subtracted by…

Utilitarianism is an ethical theory that treats all interests as equal and is based of the “Greatest happiness principle.” The greatest happiness principle basically says if everyone thinks it’s for the best and satisfies the most people, it has to be the right option. It aims for “the greatest good for the greatest number.” Founded by Jeremy Bentham, it targets the most happiness in everyone, which sounds like a pretty good option when you first look at it. Utilitarianism is a form of…

Sudan, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Rwanda, here are only a few countries in which children are used to fight and endure war up close. Throughout history and many cultures children have been used for direct part ( actual soldiers), support roles (spies and messengers), and even political advantages ( human shields and propaganda). This is the cruel reality that these children face everyday. During their time in an environment like this the children are indoctrinated by many different tactics. In A…

These past sixteen months, as member of the Boys & Girls Club, has been a momentous time of my life. One of my key aspect of involvement at the club, is helping the kids with homework. Most of the times when the kids comes to the Boys & Girls Club from school, the chances of them having homework is very high of them having to complete their assignment to turn it in the next day. I utilize the time I have to devote all of my time and energy to assist them with their homework. I personally know…