An Introduction to Moral Philosophy and Moral EducationRoutledge, 07/08/2007 - 216 páginas This book presents and argues for a moral theory which draws on most of the major theoretical positions to some degree, but it also spells out the limits and boundaries of a moral theory. In doing so, it exposes a number of common confusions and misunderstandings about morality, and presents a strong argument for some indisputable truths in relation to the moral sphere. Divided into four parts, the book covers the key issues within moral philosophy:
While this book concentrates on argument and ideas, a commentary to each chapter provides historical context and contemporary reference points. It will prove an invaluable resource for students of both Education and Philosophy. |
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... to tell the reader directly what needs to be done to lead the moral life. Even though many examples considered may be drawn from real life, the understanding acquired overall doesn't translate automatically into a practical Introduction.
... considered simply in itself, without reference to either consequences or circumstances, it is a good thing. There may be occasions when, for one reason or another, one should not be kind or when there will be trouble as a result of ...
... considered. The most obvious problem with morality is that people disagree about what behaviour is or is not moral. One culture finds stoning adulterers to death morally shocking, another finds it morally incumbent. Within the same ...
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Índice
Religion nature and intuition as possible sources of moral | |
Some distinctions and some mistakes 43 | |
Rights and procedures 58 | |
Principles that define morality 73 | |
Reasons for being moral 82 | |
Relativism 90 | |
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Bibliography 194 | |
Index 203 | |
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