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Explore how ethics fits with science, knowledge, and personal responsibility. This inaugural lecture argues that ethics cannot be separated from ideals, personality, and the choices we make every day. It shows why critical thinking and evidence matter, even as we seek to understand what we ought to do.
In clear, accessible language, the book questions the limits of dogmatic teaching and explains how science, theory, and moral judgment interact. It invites readers to consider how our ideals shape inquiry, learning, and action, and why personality matters in ethical reflection.
- It explains the tension between authority and independent thinking in ethics education.
- It discusses how science informs our understanding of values and duties.
- It describes the role of the will, feeling, and knowing in forming a moral life.
- It connects ethics to real-world concerns like charity, temperance, and social issues.
Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful, foundational look at how ethical ideas arise, evolve, and guide conduct. This edition is suitable for students and general readers alike who want a structured view of how ethics relates to science, personality, and everyday responsibility.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a powerful exploration of the value of studying ethics, a topic that has often been viewed as impractical or even dangerous in a world focused on tangible results. The author argues that a critical and philosophical examination of our moral convictions is not only essential but also enriching, as it allows us to better understand ourselves, our values, and our relationships with others. The book delves into the philosophical debate surrounding the nature of knowledge and its connection to ethical behavior, ultimately highlighting the importance of a unified and integrated approach to both theoretical and practical philosophy. Drawing upon the insights of thinkers like Kant and Locke, the author challenges the idea that ethics should be relegated to the realm of dogma or religious belief. Instead, the author advocates for a reasoned and critical approach to understanding our moral principles and their impact on our actions. The author also delves into the crucial role of personality in ethical decision-making, emphasizing that ethical choices are not simply abstract calculations but expressions of a personââ â¢s core values and commitments. The bookââ â¢s insights into the nature of personality and the interconnectedness of human beings are particularly relevant to contemporary concerns about social justice and the common good, offering a nuanced and profound understanding of the moral foundations of a just and equitable society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330174913_0
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The Value of a Study of Ethics : An Inaugural Lecture (Classic Reprint)
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