Kant and Hume: A comparison of views on Ethics :
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The study of Ethics is an inquiry into the foundations of values. It is a concern with the eventual outcome of the action and experience of every day life. Ethics is inherently connected with every science : economic, political, religious and spiritual, to name only a few. This 6 page paper argues that Kant's ideas were, in effect, superimposed by the theories presented by Hume. Hume built on the empirical foundation of Kant and added the belief that morality is a consequence of emotion and exceeds the reasoning abilities in scope and function. Despite Kant's opposition to this view of morality, Hume has presented a wider and more comprehensive understanding. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Kant and The Ethics of Choice
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A 5 page paper that investigates significant aspects of intention or consequences on the moral and ethical decisions of individuals. This paper supports Kant's theory that though man may incorporate personal and sometimes selfish considerations into the process of ethical determinations, this does not negate the moral applications of these choices. At the same time, Kant's theories call in to question whether the effects of moral choices, whether good or not, are considered good simply becasue of the intention of the individual making the determination. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Kant's Categorical Imperative
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the central elements of Kant's categorical imperative and then compares them to the moral arguments in both African philosophy and Feminist theory. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Kant’s Categorical Imperative and the Case of the Ford Pinto
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10 pages in length. 10 pages in length. Compares the Categorical Imperative of Kant to the case of the faulty gas-tank design in the Ford Motor Company Pinto. Makes reference to utilitarianism as well as the virtue theory and the rights theory. Looks at the ethics, the solution, cost-benefit analysis and alternative solutions. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Plato, David Hume, John Stuart Mill & Immanuel Kant on Capital Punishment
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A 7 page paper which examines the ancient Greek philosophical view of capital punishment, as espoused by Plato, and then considers the European perspectives of David Hume, John Stuart Mill, and Immanuel Kant. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Article Review / Demythologization in the Theology of Karl Rahner
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A 3 page paper reviewing this article from [The Journal of] Theological Studies. The writer discusses Rahner's particular view of God and his existence in the world. From a metaphysical perspective, Rahner's attempts to 'demythologize' God are for the purposes of making Him a more active presence, one which isn't restricted to 'god-like' events, but one which is with us every day. Full citation for article is provided.
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Aristotle’s “Nicomachean Ethics” and Abortion with Comments from David Hume
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This 8 page report discusses the issue of abortion and applies Aristotle’s thinking from The Nicomachean Ethics, as well as some of David Hume’s thoughts on utilitarianism. Aristotle was convinced that the chief purpose of any individual is the faultless evolution and expansion of his or her true nature; therefore, it must be discovered particularly within the complete acknowledgment and attainment of his or her greatest capability, which is, in Aristotle's view, reason. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Questions on Morals and Utilitarianism
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5 pages. William Frankena in his article "Why Be Moral" feels that those who have been moral would choose to do so again if given the chance. For instance, when Socrates chose to be moral by refusing to escape from prison on death row, he was making a rational choice. He was able to make a rational decision to not be immoral. This paper explains this theory and also looks at utilitarianism as quoted by J. S. Mill, and discusses the difference between act and rule utilitarianism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Utilitarianism And Rules
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2 pages in length. The writer discusses how a utilitarian can give an adequate answer to the question of why we have an obligation to obey the laws. No bibliography.
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