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What is the difference between a teleological and deontological ethics theory?

A teleological ethical theory is derived from the word 'telos' which is Greek for 'end'. It is an action based on the consequence of it and whether the outcome is good or bad. Examples of an teleological ...

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What is the problem of evil?

According to many passages in the Bible, God is said to be omnibenevolent (all-loving), omnipotent (all-powerful) and omniscient (all-knowing). Evidence of evil in our world is abundant, with moral evil t...

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“Peter sets a good example for Christians.” Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.

I agree that Peter is a good example for Christians as he was the first disciple called by Jesus and one of Jesus' closest friends. He followed Jesus "immediately" when asked to follow him and l...

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Did John Stuart Mill's 'Rule Utilitarianism' improve upon Bentham's 'Act Utilitarianism'?

Utilitarianism is the ethical theory which argues that a morally good act is one that brings about the greatest pleasure or happiness for the greatest number of people. Jeremy Bentham devised 'Act Utilita...

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Explain the main features and strengths of the teleological argument for the existence of God (A-Level, Religious Studies)

The teleological argument, is a a posteriori, inductive argument for the existence of God. This means it is based on inferring the existence of God from sense evidence. The argument relies on sense eviden...

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