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An Extremely Brief Introduction to Kantianism
I. What is Kantianism? According to Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) morality is, fundamentally, about (a) properly exercising one’s own rational agency and…
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A Brief Introduction To Utilitarianism
I. What is Utilitarianism? According to utilitarianism, all of our actions should be guided by the Principle of Utility, according to which an action is…
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J.P. Andrew
An Introduction To Aristotle's Ethics
Aristotle (384-322 BC) is undoubtedly one of the most significant figures in the history of thought. He made foundational contributions to each major…
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Divine Command Theory and The Euthyphro Problem
There is a common view of morality, Divine Command Theory, according to which God’s commands (i.e., the commands of an ultimate, supreme being) somehow…
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Miracles
What are they, and can one rationally believe in them?
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Thinking About Appeals To Authority
When should we defer to the judgment of experts?
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J.P. Andrew
The Ethics of War
Reflections on the use of force and a primer on Just War Theory.
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J.P. Andrew
Things That Matter: A Philosophy Blog
Things That Matter: A Philosophy Blog
A philosophy blog, aimed at considering the great questions relating to the nature of reality and human existence: (i) what exists?, (ii) how do we know, and (iii) what should we do.

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