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Divine Command Theory (DCT) is a theory that stands to say that something is morally acceptable simply "because God says so."
(ie: To donate to charity is "good." What makes giving to charity good? "Because God commands it.")
Cultural Relativism/Ethnocentrism (CR) is a theory that states that there is no universal code for morality, rather that one's cultural upbringing determines morality.
(ie: Just because Americans do not traditionally practice cannibalism, that does not make it morally wrong. Other cultures are raised to think this is a natural and normal practice.)
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How do ethical relativism and cultural relativism and divine theory compare?
Ethical Relativism holds that ethics change when the situation changes. (I.e. while it might be wrong for an average person to commit theft, it would be acceptable for a starving person to steal to feed his family.) Cultural Relativism holds that due to culture and history being different in different regions, different truths are acceptable. Cultural Relativism stresses that different cultures have this sort of relationship. (I.e. Aztecs sacrificed humans and it's OK in their culture, but killing people in ours is a crime punishable by death.) Divine Theory is more Universalist in nature. According to Divine Theory, if you reject the Divine Law, you are performing wrong actions regardless of whether or not you concede the validity of the Divine Theory. This means that upbringing and culture are no excuse to avoiding the Universalist Code of Ethics. (The thief in the Ethical Relativism case would still be doing wrong.)
How are natural law and divine command theory of ethics related?
The divine command theory of ethics posits that moral obligations are derived from a divine being or deity, while natural law theory suggests that ethical principles are inherent in the nature of the world itself. In some interpretations, the divine command theory may argue that moral laws are a part of the natural order established by a divine being, which can show some overlap with natural law theory.
What event led to a general disillusionment with the theory of cultural relativism?
united nations or increase use of fieldwork among anthropologist
What are examples of divine theory?
Divine theory, often referred to as divine command theory, posits that moral values and duties are grounded in the commands of a divine being. For example, the belief that "murder is wrong" is true because it is a command from God. Another example is the idea that individuals should love their neighbors, which is derived from religious teachings. This theory suggests that ethical principles are not based on human reasoning but on divine will.
What is the Theory of Relativism?
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Can the divine command theory be accepted by atheist as a definition of morality?
No. The premise of the divine command theory is that morality is given to us by a divine entity, meaning some sort of god or gods. Atheists do not believe in the existence of any gods and therefore cannot believe that such beings are the source of morality.
Which theory of government claims that the king connects the heavens and the earth?
the divine right theory
Which theory about the origins of government holds that government was created by divine power?
Divine Right Theory is the theory about the origins of government that it was created by divine power.
What is the social theory where each society determines how social action is understood?
i believe you are referring to cultural relativism, whereby different cultures have different norms and values, therefore it is hard to apply certain theories as universal
Divine or evolution theory?
Evolution is the divine plan.
Four theories of the origins of government?
Evolution Theory, Force Theory, Divine Right Theory, Social Contract Theory
Does the united states believe in the divine right theory?
United States does not believe in the divine right theory. According to the doctrine of the divine rights theory, only God is the one who can judge a king. During the glorious revolution, United States abandoned the divine rights theory.
