Eth 316: Ethical And Moral Perspectives
Ethical and Moral Perspectives
Amber Wilson
ETH/316
September 23, 2014
Florence Moemena
Ethical and Moral Perspectives
Virtue, utilitarianism, and deontology are all theories that provide a guiding force that measures what is good and what is bad. These theories are what help develop one 's character and choices. Virtue and deontology are nonconsequential ethical theories. Instead of basing the moral judgments on the outcomes of actions like utilitarianism the theories are focused on factors like duty, rights and laws of nature. Ethical theory is defined as an understanding or guidance of how one should conduct themselves when encountering others. (Nicholas Manias, 2013)
Virtue Theory plays a significant role of ethics and character in moral viewpoints rather than adhering to independent moral rules and …show more content…
Universality points out that we should act accordingly to how we want others to act unto us. Respect for persons brings to light that we should treat ourselves as indispensable aspects to everyday life. Deontological style emphases on right or wrong of actions as opposed to the right or wrong of the consequences of those actions. The morality of deontology is founded on assured duties or responsibilities. The opinion of the deontological theory states that some actions cannot be justified by their consequences. Virtue and deontology ethical theories similarities are that they are not outcome driven. Their primary focus is treating others the way you would like to be treated. Becoming the individual that you would like another to be for you. The differences between virtue and deontological ethics are that deontological ethics primary focus is how you treat others and the usage of service for even gain. Virtue theory is about continuous development throughout life to be good that is beyond respecting self and others. (Nicholas Manias,
Amber Wilson
ETH/316
September 23, 2014
Florence Moemena
Ethical and Moral Perspectives
Virtue, utilitarianism, and deontology are all theories that provide a guiding force that measures what is good and what is bad. These theories are what help develop one 's character and choices. Virtue and deontology are nonconsequential ethical theories. Instead of basing the moral judgments on the outcomes of actions like utilitarianism the theories are focused on factors like duty, rights and laws of nature. Ethical theory is defined as an understanding or guidance of how one should conduct themselves when encountering others. (Nicholas Manias, 2013)
Virtue Theory plays a significant role of ethics and character in moral viewpoints rather than adhering to independent moral rules and …show more content…
Universality points out that we should act accordingly to how we want others to act unto us. Respect for persons brings to light that we should treat ourselves as indispensable aspects to everyday life. Deontological style emphases on right or wrong of actions as opposed to the right or wrong of the consequences of those actions. The morality of deontology is founded on assured duties or responsibilities. The opinion of the deontological theory states that some actions cannot be justified by their consequences. Virtue and deontology ethical theories similarities are that they are not outcome driven. Their primary focus is treating others the way you would like to be treated. Becoming the individual that you would like another to be for you. The differences between virtue and deontological ethics are that deontological ethics primary focus is how you treat others and the usage of service for even gain. Virtue theory is about continuous development throughout life to be good that is beyond respecting self and others. (Nicholas Manias,