The features of ethical intuitionism discussed in this video all seem contingent to the broader metaethical position. That is, if we arrive at an understanding of moral facts by intuition (rather than say empirical observation), we may find conflict and complexity in our judgments. But this isn't entailed by intuitionism.
The general principles you listed are very similar to the things you learn in 12-Step programs lol. Also thank you! I’ve seen intuitionism showing up more and more lately within discourse. This was helpful.
You do what is more of an obligation, but he doesn’t think there are any universal rules for determining that. Not doing harm, for example, is generally more of an obligation than doing good, but there could be cases where a great good is worth a small harm.
Maybe somewhere in here there should be a rule to disable those who don't respect these rules. Seems a little brutish, but that's what most societies have done throughout history.
@@stephenhogg6154 These rules, how I understand them, represent the rules which should be respected in order for people and the society to be more just and with less conflict. I agree with all of them, but I think that without enforcement, there would be people who wouldn't respect the "Don't hurt" rule, so I would add that people who hurt others should be stopped. The rules other than "Don't hurt" shouldn't be always enforced.
Fantastic video; please keep doing these! As a philosophy student myself, these are excellent supplementary materials
The features of ethical intuitionism discussed in this video all seem contingent to the broader metaethical position. That is, if we arrive at an understanding of moral facts by intuition (rather than say empirical observation), we may find conflict and complexity in our judgments. But this isn't entailed by intuitionism.
The general principles you listed are very similar to the things you learn in 12-Step programs lol. Also thank you! I’ve seen intuitionism showing up more and more lately within discourse. This was helpful.
I'm looking forward to making some time for this one. Loving your content so far.
My brain is tired - damn you Ethics
But I thought Ross said that if you don’t know which prima facie rule to follow you choose the one that is more important than the other?
You do what is more of an obligation, but he doesn’t think there are any universal rules for determining that. Not doing harm, for example, is generally more of an obligation than doing good, but there could be cases where a great good is worth a small harm.
Maybe somewhere in here there should be a rule to disable those who don't respect these rules. Seems a little brutish, but that's what most societies have done throughout history.
Can you name one of these rules that people should be made to respect?
@@stephenhogg6154 Respect for someone's property, not murdering, stealing etc...the usual bunch. In the video it's called "Don't hurt".
@@doxdorian5363 So, there is a rule for what you seek - the laws of the land. What did you have in mind?
@@stephenhogg6154 These rules, how I understand them, represent the rules which should be respected in order for people and the society to be more just and with less conflict.
I agree with all of them, but I think that without enforcement, there would be people who wouldn't respect the "Don't hurt" rule, so I would add that people who hurt others should be stopped. The rules other than "Don't hurt" shouldn't be always enforced.