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While moral philosophy invites us to critically examine our ethical beliefs, an overly aggressive rethinking of conventional norms can be problematic. Stable moral frameworks, developed over generations, have often proven effective in maintaining societal cohesion and trust. Constant scrutiny may lead to moral relativism, where traditional values lose their guiding force, potentially undermining the shared stand …
Moral Philosophy: Rethinking Our Norms
Moral philosophy challenges conventional thinking by urging us to critically examine the underlying principles of our ethical beliefs rather than accepting them at face value. It questions the status quo by:
• Probing the reasons behind our moral assumptions, encouraging us to justify why certain practices are deemed right or wrong.
• Exposing the limitations of traditional norms, thereby opening space for alternative ethical frameworks like utilitarian
How does Moral Philosophy challenge our conventional thinking