Ethical relativism denies universal moral principles, claiming that moral codes are strictly subjective. Ethical situationalism states moral principles are objective, and should be applied differently in different contexts.
Ethical Relativism is operating in a system of situational ethics. Thou shalt not steal, unless you get a chance to steal from a big corporation, the government or someone you don't like. You are faithful to your wife, except on business trips, when everybody cheats, right? Basically, it means being comfortable with shifting your ethics to meet the situation. I try to maintain my ethics in all situations, however though I believe in thou shalt not kill, ants, flies and roaches die if I find them in my house and if you break into my home and come up the stairs, you are a direct threat to my family's safety and I will blow you away with little to no warning. But since I know these are my ethics, family before thief, I do not consider that a case of situational ethics. Also see "moral relativism".
what is positive relativism
Marketing relativism is a subtle and unintended result of cultural conditioning.
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.
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.
"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
Individual ethical relativism is the belief that each person sets their own moral standards based on their own personal beliefs, experiences, and circumstances. This means that what is considered right or wrong can vary from person to person, depending on their individual perspective.
Situational irony occurs when the outcome of a situation is different from what was expected or intended. It is a literary technique where there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually takes place.
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Some potential advantages of moral relativism include promoting tolerance towards diverse beliefs and cultures, allowing for flexibility in moral judgments based on different contexts, and encouraging individuals to question and critically evaluate their own ethical frameworks.