Being tolerant is not being indifferent; it is having a position, understanding differences between the opposing view and respecting it. ... If opposing is part of human life, then the alternative to tolerance is conflict. ... We can object that Liberals' views are not tolerating but resigning. ... Autonomy is acting on 'rules' one gives oneself as opposed to obeying other people's rules. ... However the opposing view to these suggests that a liberal society should not tolerate a minority culture that doesn't respect its values. ...

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However, the Greek term "ethics" also implies character as opposed to its Latin counterpart referring to social customs. ... Where does our ethical view come from? ... The Gods in the Iliad assume anthromorphic as opposed to spiritual personas. ... The patriarchal society again would support this view with each god or goddess having specific roles attributed to him/her. ... Homer uses the gods for thematic as opposed to religious purposes within the poem. ...

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One may raise the question, how can a minority inflict its views of the majority? ... The Biblical understanding of life isn't the only religious argument that opposes abortion and its practice. ... One could imagine how it would be to have another foreign view imposed on us so why would anyone impose their views on others or the society at large? ... The second argument, which opposes abortion, states that abortion shouldn't be a woman's personal choice. ... As one could imagine this isn't a view that would be favored by male society. ...

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If a religion existed that was entirely opposing man's essential nature, it would also stand to reason that such a religion would not be the creation of man, but be a true exposure from God. ... Nevertheless, it is unthinkable that man would discover a God or a religion that would oppose the desires of man's selfish nature. ... Therefore, Christianity is the only religion that opposes man's basic nature. ... Christianity opposed science and this idea came from the church. ... Science owes a massive debt to Christianity. (5) Scientists have different views over the issue that ...

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When analyzing these views as well as the teachings of the Catholic Church, various stances of abortion ethics can be identified. ... The views opposed to the deontological approach of Immanuel Kant are exemplified through Aristotle's ethics. ... Aristotle's views are recognised as teleological; achieving a virtuous character is the means with which one may achieve Eudaimonia or the 'end'. ... The Catholic Church has a very distinct view on abortion. ... Both are naturally opposed to the notion of abortion however Kant takes up a more absolutist stance whereas the Church a...

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Additionally, he and Aristotle voice many theories and ideas that contradict their views on musical censorship, which thus weakens their overall arguments. ... In the documentary Inside North Korea3, it is clear that due to their daily rituals and controlled lifestyles, it is out of fear of their governing system that most comply as opposed to believing that the state is right. ... Lastly, it is the rest of the people who must simply follow their leaders as opposed to pursuing their personal interests. ... The previous example also opposes the upcoming argument that states the conditioning w...

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Creon's actions are both supported and contested by the views of Socrates. ... Creon viewed Polynices as a traitor. ... Just as there is a supporting view, there is also an opposing viewpoint that Socrates would have in relation to Creon's actions. ... The views of Antigone were very similar to this. ... One perspective deals with that of viewing Polynices as a traitor, and the other deals with viewing him as a brother a part of kin. ...

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"We should not live alternately with our opposing tendencies in continual see - saw of passion and disgust, but seek some path on which the tendencies shall no longer oppose, but serve each other to common end." ... In the Freudian psychodynamic view there exists the Superego - which is your moral side, the Id - which represents your drives and wants and the Ego - which makes compromises between your moral side and your drives and wants. ... Those sub-personalities exhibit different desires and views within the society. ... Many as I was guilty of; but from the high views that I had set befo...

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All the writers view the importance of "Virtue Ethics" as an opportunity to learn Self-Understanding and Critical Awareness from where real freedom is attained. ... Rand articulately rejects the view that in order to succeed one must conform to the practices of one's company or profession even if one finds them unethical. ... To support his view, Rand describes an anecdote about a man called Howard Roark, a brilliant young architect of a modern school, whose bold and innovative designs are rejected by large segments of the society. ... This statement clearly shows that he is a p...

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This argument does provide some validity, however, it chooses to focus upon a certain stage in the process of reproduction as oppose to examining all stages in the process. ... Those who oppose abortion should also at least be against the use of birth control because in a sense it is the same practice as abortion only at an earlier stage. ... Now there are also some who will state that abortions are morally wrong, however, this is a rather subjective statement since not every person in a society will share the same moral values, so some may view this practice as bei...

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He further used religion as a justification claiming 'we are carrying on the mission of our prophet Muhammad... this is defensive Jihad.'1 Despite a Western audience viewing such an act as morally abhorrent, a cultural relativist would propose that bin Laden's actions were only wrong for those who did not share the same reasoning as him and his supporters. ... Objective Moral Realist's oppose these claims, and argue that there are objective moral truths that exist independent of cultural thought. ... Whilst Benedict may argue that we are not justified in dismissing the eth...

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Some may view that there are no nice and caring people. ... In the excerpts from The Ape and the Sushi Master, de Waal uses the similar views of Westermarck and Mencius, to counterpoint the theories of Hobbes and Huxley. Whereas Mencius and Westermarck think that humans are born with morality and natural kindness, Hobbes and Huxley view humans as selfish and nasty. ... The former view of the city before a social metamorphosis. ... The two opposing authors, Huxley and Hobbes, argue that human beings have the general inclination to be selfish, unkind, and unpleasant. ...

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Act utilitarianism is defined by J.C.C Smart as "...the view that the rightness or wrongness of an action is to be judged by the consequences, good or bad, of the action itself"- or, simply that a person's act is morally right if, and only if, it results in the most happiness of everyone concerned. ... Hence in a rule, utilitarian point of view the choices are limited to a finite number of possibilities due to the constraints of the aforementioned rules. ... In the view of a rule utilitarian however, ending the life of any human being, whether a criminal or an innocent, is in...

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The views of the relativist and absolutist are contrary to one another. ... to demonstrate an absolutist's point of view. ... These views of relativism are flawed and contradictory. ... Robert that is important enough to justify the relativist's view. ... Although the concepts of moral relativism seem reasonable, the absolutist opposes these contradictory claims. ...

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Finally the essay concludes with an ethical theory relating to prostitution learnt in the course and taking into account my personal view on prostitution. ... Furthermore, another argument against the view that prostitution is morally wrong can be that prostitution is a victimless crime. ... The theory further states that its main focus is on what actions are considered right or wrong as opposed to the rightness or wrongness of the consequences of those actions. ... Most religious scriptures such as the Holy Bible, Quran and Ramayana have staunch views against prostitution. ... Prostitution in...

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Although abortion has been examined through science and religion, in this assignment I am examining it from an ethical point of view. ... Therefore, one should be concerned with the amounts of pleasure and pain in situations where abortion is permitted as opposed to the amounts of pleasure and pain where abortion is forbidden. ... The utilitarian, who suggests that the future happiness of the child, combined with the estimated value of the effects on others, is such that Utility opposes abortion, must admit that this would imply that Utility prescribes an increase in population. ...

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This paper will present a case study involving two companies that may have opposing views relating to ethical operations. ... All employees of both companies must understand the importance of shared views relating to ethics. ...

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This was the general accepted view of black people in this society. ... It is essential to discuss the racism so that the readers can fully understand the opposing attitudes portrayed throughout the rest of the novel. ... During their adventure, Huck's view of Jim changed and Jim is portrayed as a very caring maternal figure who becomes very concerned when Huck is lost in the fog. ... During his adventure on the Mississippi, Huck was forced to confront his feelings and contemplate his thoughts in order to formulate personally held views of right and wrong. ... Because of what he h...

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From a scientific view it is believed that life begins well before contraception - two individuals of the opposite sex come together and create a new life. ... Another view of the above case could be further supported by Immanuel Kant's theory of 'duty'. ... This has led to once again a rise in conflict between people of different faiths with different views and opinions. The Catholic Church is totally and strongly opposed to abortion. ... For example, A utilitarian's view on abortion could be that it is a good thing or a bad thing. ...

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Courage is most commonly viewed in a warrior's fearless behavior in the face of certain death. ... It may also promise eternal harmony in a future life, but these views are slowly becoming irrelevant to modern perception as war is viewed as a means to end all wars, and are not as common of an occurrence. ... Sometimes immoral deeds are unintentionally created due to ignorance in a certain situation, but this is affects the soul in a different way, as opposed to being a burden on one's virtuous connection to one's soul. ...

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Would you still hold such views? ... And in which commandment does it mention the words "thou must force your views on thy neighbour-. People have their own conscious; they have their own views and beliefs. There is an interesting conundrum connected with the stance against abortion where many of those who oppose what they see as the murder of unborn babies have no qualms about shooting dead a doctor who carries out abortions. ...

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Introduction to Ethics Reasons, Emotions, Blood "Never has there been a good war or a bad peace." "Benjamin Franklin Should I support the war? Or should I protest for piece? Even a year before I started asking myself these questions the Persian Gulf became a second home for a lot of west...

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Cloning: An Issue of Scientists playing God Outline Thesis: In today's society it seems as if anything can be accomplished through technology. Though most advancement is being made to help cure and care for the sick and disabled people, many believe tha...

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On one side there are the Thomistic views on the morality of abortion, and on the other side you have the reasoning given by modern abortion supporters. ... I can honestly say that the second reason that I am opposed to abortion is because of my little sister. ... This being said, there is no mistaking the fact that I am 100% in agreement with the Thomistic view of abortion. ...

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In recent months corporate America has found itself placed under the microscope of scrutiny and interrogation in regards to their chosen behaviors surrounding selected accounting practices and ethical standards regarding violations opposed to federal accounting laws enforced by the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). ... Utilitarian theorists view ethical dilemmas morally proper if and only if the most good is brought to the most people. ...

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