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Cultural Relativism is important because, when taking into account philosophical moral views it is vital to remember that different cultures have different views on what is moral and what is immoral. Especially if you are trying to find one absolute moral rule/law/truth. For example what is morally permissible in one culture may not be morally permissible in another. Such as cannibalism. Say that there are tribes in Africa that believe cannibalism is morally permissible - so long as it's not from your own tribe. To us that sounds horrific, cannibalism is not only immoral but also illegal (keep in mind though that just because something is illegal does not necessarily make it immoral and vice versa(sp?)). Taking into account the difference in cultures allows us to view this act with less Horror and more with a critical inquiry; which is important when searching for that ever elusive absolute truth.
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What is a major flaw in cultural relativism?
"The major flaw in cultural relativism is that the concept of relativism is wrong. We are now witnessing "cultural relativism" throughout the world with particular emphasis on terrorism: their cultural relativism is the world's capitulation or death with no other choices. " Above a typical Enlightened Absolutist opininion (no offense). Using the word 'wrong' in absolute way. And pointing at unfavourable views as 'terrorism'. An enlightening example of what is not cultural relativism
What is marketing relativism?
Marketing relativism is a subtle and unintended result of cultural conditioning.
What are causes of cultural relativism and ethnocentrism?
learning languages
Who started cultural relativism?
Cultural relativism as an idea has a long history, but it was popularized by anthropologist Franz Boas in the early 20th century. Boas emphasized the importance of understanding and respecting different cultures on their own terms, rather than judging them through the lens of one's own culture.
What is the term for understanding someone behavior based on his or her cultural context?
Cultural Relativism
What is a cultural relativism?
A cultural relativist does not believe in an absolute morality--what is moral changes according to the cultural context and situation.
Is human trafficking an example of cultural relativism?
The justification of it would be.
Is a monster truck expo an example of cultural relativism?
Not really. Cultural Relativism requires two different cultures to be interacting. If you wished to compare the waster of fuel used in Monster Truck Expos and compare it with European fuel consciousness and say that each was better to the distinct cultures of US and Europe, this would be cultural relativism.
Which is proper approach of ethics ethical relativism and cultural relativism?
In ethics one must approach the situation from the ethical relativism point of view. Ethical relativism places the decision between right or wrong with the group of people affected.
Anthropology is usually divided into four fields but some people claim that a fifth should be included called?
cultural relativism.
Sociologists agree that it is important you always practice cultural relativism in viewing other cultural practices true or false?
True. Sociologists often advocate for practicing cultural relativism, which involves understanding and judging other cultures based on their own values, norms, and customs rather than imposing one's own cultural beliefs. It helps to promote understanding and respect for cultural diversity and facilitates more effective cross-cultural interactions.
What is the term for the beilef that actions should be evaluated according to the cultural context of the person taking them?
Cultural relativism
