Moral Philosophy Basics
The idea that some actions are always right or always wrong, no matter the situation.
What is moral absolutism?
The command that Jesus says is the greatest: “Love God and love your ___.”
What is “neighbor”?
When one action creates both a good and a bad outcome.
What is a moral dilemma?
The philosopher who wrote about natural law and believed good can be known through reason.
Who is Thomas Aquinas?
A decision-making method focused on the consequences of an action.
What is consequentialism?
The most famous sermon where Jesus teaches moral values like mercy and humility.
What is the Sermon on the Mount?
The principle used to judge actions that have both good and bad effects, like in medical ethics.
What is the Doctrine of Double Effect?
The book of the Bible that contains the Ten Commandments.
What is Exodus?
A theory that says morality is based on a person’s character and habits.
What is virtue ethics?
The idea of treating others the way you want to be treated.
What is the Golden Rule?
When someone refuses to obey a law because it goes against their faith or conscience.
What is civil disobedience?
The modern thinker who wrote about “the option for the poor” in Catholic ethics.
Who is Gustavo Gutiérrez?
The belief that morality depends on cultural norms or personal opinions.
What is moral relativism?
The theological idea that all people are made in God’s image.
What is Imago Dei?
Choosing whether to lie to protect someone from harm is an example of this kind of ethical question.
What is a conflict of duties?
The Christian writer who explained moral life using the ideas of the four cardinal virtues.
Who is C.S. Lewis?
The ethical theory that says you should act only according to rules you wish everyone would follow.
What is Kant’s categorical imperative?
The virtue that means choosing good even when it’s difficult or risky.
What is moral courage?
The idea that suffering can sometimes have spiritual meaning or purpose.
What is redemptive suffering?
The document issued by the Catholic Church expressing moral teaching on war and peace.
What is the Just War Doctrine?