A01 NML and Double Effect

Question 1

What theory is examined in relation to moral decisions?

Answer 1

Natural Moral Law

This theory provides a framework for understanding how moral decisions can be made.

Question 2

What is the first key term associated with Natural Moral Law?

Answer 2

Nature

Refers to the inherent qualities and characteristics that guide moral understanding.

Question 3

What role does reason play in Natural Moral Law?

Answer 3

Guides moral decision-making

Reason is essential for understanding moral principles and applying them to situations.

Question 4

What is the Beatific Vision in the context of Natural Moral Law?

Answer 4

Ultimate goal of human existence

Represents the final union with God and fulfillment of moral life.

Question 5

Define Eudemonia.

Answer 5

Human flourishing or well-being

Central to Aristotle’s ethical thought and relevant to Natural Moral Law.

Question 6

What does Telos refer to in Natural Moral Law?

Answer 6

Purpose or end goal

Indicates the ultimate aim of human actions according to moral law.

Question 7

What is Deontology?

Answer 7

Ethical theory focused on duty and rules

Emphasizes the importance of following moral laws regardless of consequences.

Question 8

What does Cultural Relativism suggest?

Answer 8

Moral values are culture-specific

Challenges the universality of moral principles proposed by Natural Moral Law.

Question 9

What is Synderesis?

Answer 9

Innate knowledge of moral principles

Refers to the natural inclination to do good and avoid evil.

Question 10

Define Virtue in the context of Natural Moral Law.

Answer 10

Moral excellence and righteousness

Essential for achieving eudemonia and fulfilling moral obligations.

Question 11

What are Precepts in Natural Moral Law?

Answer 11

Basic moral rules or guidelines

Serve as foundational principles for moral behavior.

Question 12

What is meant by apparent good?

Answer 12

Misleading perception of what is good

Refers to actions that seem good but do not align with true moral law.

Question 13

What is the Doctrine of Double Effect?

Answer 13

Justification for actions with both good and bad effects

Allows for moral decisions that may have unintended negative consequences.

Question 14

Name a key scholar associated with Natural Moral Law.

Answer 14

Aristotle

His work laid the foundation for many concepts in Natural Moral Law.

Question 15

Who is St Thomas Aquinas?

Answer 15

A key figure in Natural Moral Law theory

Integrated Aristotelian ethics with Christian theology.

Question 16

Name another scholar relevant to the discussion of Natural Moral Law.

Answer 16

Pojman

Contributed to contemporary discussions on moral philosophy.

Question 17

Who are Vardy & Grosch?

Answer 17

Scholars who analyze ethical theories

Their work includes critiques and interpretations of Natural Moral Law.