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Philosophy and Ethics
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What exactly is utilitarianism, I thought the aim of all philosophy was to make us happy?

Utilitarianism is different from other moral theories because it sees happiness alone as the sole aim. Many other theories see duties as overriding happiness, and perhaps elevate virtue, honour or religio...

Answered by Harry F. Philosophy and Ethics tutor
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How were the human sciences constructed?

The concept of the modern individual is dependent on the process that Weber (1948) calls 'disenchantment'. Disenchantment was the process whereby responsibility for the fate of the world is accepted as a ...

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Critically discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Kantian Ethics

Kant sought to provide the moral agent with an intrinsic, deontological, universal system of ethical rules to follow in all situations, in order to work out the correct moral action to take. His ethical s...

Answered by Ben G. Philosophy and Ethics tutor
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How can I formulate my own opinions on the topics discussed?

Philosophy is a topic deeply engrossed in everyday life. You need to continue your contemplation of ideas outside of the classroom. When you go home talk to family members and friends and ask them how the...

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‘All ethical language is meaningless’ Discuss.

In order to fully answer this question we must first address what is meant by the term ‘meaning’, as there is a notable difference between something that has literal meaning and that, which has scientific...

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