Wiccan morality

In this essay I aim to justify how Alasdair MacIntyre is not a relativist. To do this I will start by describing his ethical theory, which includes his account of virtue ethics, derived from his criticism of modern ethical thought. I will then explain how he is regarded by some people as a relativist due to his stress on tradition for rationality and finish by demonstrating how he is not a relativist because of the justification that some traditions are better than others. MacIntyre deeply…

1. What do we mean when we say the word ethics? What are some sensitive ethical issues nurses are faced with today? According to Butts & Rich (2016), “Ethics is a branch of philosophy used to study ideal human behavior and ideal ways of being” (p. 4). Ethics is concerned with distinguishing between good and evil, and between right and wrong human actions. Some of sensitive ethical issues nurses are faced with today are breaking of bad news in a hospital setting, particularly to patients in…

Students diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder can require extensive time outside of the classroom attending sessions with a trained professional alongside their family and possibly take medication either at home or school. In a clinical study conducted by Leffler, Fristad, and Klaus, children with Bipolar Disorder responded positively with Psychoeducational Psychotherapy (PEP) (2010). During this case study, children, parents, and school professionals met weekly to set goals and discuss completed…

Should people embrace euthanasia as one of the methods of inducing one to a “merciful death?” There are several reasons why people would argue for and against euthanasia. The process of inducing somebody to death can seem unimaginable but it is emerging as one of the most preferred mode for death particularly for patients with terminal illnesses and whose chances of survival are very low. Terminal illnesses take a great toll on the health of a person, and this presents with signs such as…

speculations are basically right, that we ought to be seeking to make to best out of good. The Kantian thoughts of building quality in a self-government or the cooperative attitude that gives the best results of good. In Kant’s theory is focused on Morality and Rationality, what principles people hold on what is right and wrong. The good behavior versus the bad what type of character people betray when dealing with others. A person who is judgmental of others, and make a rash decision could lead…

Understanding virtue ethics theories begins with understanding the concept of the ideal character traits a virtuous and ethical person has according to Aristotle’s Ethical Theory. I will argue that virtue ethics relies on the actions of a person in adhering to their duty as a part of society’s moral expectations. Louden argues that a contemporary analysis is necessary while holding a more pragmatic application about Aristotle’s view of practical wisdom as the standard of a person’s virtue ethics…

ID: 300100796 Kantian Deontology is characterized by the view that persons that are rational moral agents have equal value as well as equal worth. This moral theory has four key themes including dignity, autonomy, rationality, and morality. Additionally, the formula of humanity and the formula of universal law are taken into account when making moral decisions; these formulas are a part of the categorical imperative. Kant developed this moral theory as a way to evaluate the motivation for a…

When I first started my career at The Department of Corrections (CDCR) in Chino, California, I had no idea that my decision to become a Correctional Officer would be one of the worst career choices of my life. One day, in particular, made this abundantly clear. One single day would challenge my ethical viewpoint, and without a doubt instill that no profession is worth my soul and making the appropriate ethical decision can be a traumatic experience. It all started when I arrived to work on that…

Understanding my own ethical stance clearly is going to be crucial in my professional as well as personal development. In the past I have had a tendency to question the ethics of others, but for the most part have been confident in my own stance on ethics and have not cut ties with people based on minor differences of beliefs. Personally, I believe in two- way communication and understanding that behaviors/emotions are situational, beneficence, and that personally as well as professionally I…

Before even asking who should program these cars, we should consider if it is even possible to program morals. These philosophical questions are moral, and morality has no black or white, no right or wrong. “The thought-experiment [trolley problem] is a moral dilemma, because there’s no clearly right way to go” (“Here’s a Terrible Idea: A Robot Cars With Adjustable Ethics Setting, 2). People have a hard time…