#21 Is It Really Moral To Destroy The One Ring? I Only Wanted To Discuss The Ethics. But The More I Think About It... I Should Keep It. Just Until The War Is Over. What If I Need It? What If Sauron Attacks Tomorrow And We Already Threw Away Our Greatest Weapon? I Can Keep It Secure. I Can Keep It Safe
The last major school of thought in normative ethics is Deontological Ethics, founded and developed by German philosopher Immanuel Kant. It focuses entirely on rules and duties that a person must follow. Kant argued that human morality comes from the categorical imperative, the idea that a person should act only on rules they would want to become universal laws. This way, morality is judged only by the actions and is fully removed from the consequences. The philosopher argued that actions like lying and stealing are always morally wrong, regardless of circumstance or outcome. While this school of thought sets clear, rigid rules for everyone to follow with equal respect, it has been widely criticized for being inflexible and for disregarding potentially beneficial or catastrophic consequences.
#22 Morality Of Pouring Molten Metal Into Anthill To Create An Art?
#24 Morality Of Constantly Saying That "Latino Roles Should Only Go To Latino Actors" And Then Taking A Roll As A Greek
Each major school of thought in Western ethics has its own strengths and weaknesses, so discussions of morality are always changing and evolving. What seems righteous and virtuous to one person could be contrary to others.
How do you tell right from wrong? Have you ever crossed the lines of your own moral reasoning? Put on your philosopher’s hat and share your knowledge in the comments!
#25 Morality For Applying Deodorant To A Stranger's Armpit, Because It Stinks
#29 Morality Of Pretending You Are A Nurse So You Can Improve Healthcare For 1000s Of Patients
#31 Morality Of Re-Imprisoning A Rehabilitated Man After An Accidental Early Release
#32 Morality Of Waking Someone Up 88 Years Before They're Suppose To Knowing They Can't Go Back To Sleep And Stranding Them On A Ship Seemingly For Rest Of Their Life
#33 Morality Of Sleeping With All Of Your GF Friends After She Cheated On You
#34 Morality Of Criticizing Capitalism While Charging 88 Dollar For A Bottle Of Perfume?
#35 Is It Unethical To Own A Billion Dollars?
#38 Morality Of Drinking Your Wife’s Sprite That’s Been In The Fridge Untouched For 2 Weeks?
#40 Morality Of Casting Yourself And Requesting 60 Kissing Scenes In Your Own Drama
