Purdue Global University Kantian Ethical Theory Discussion Paper

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In this week’s Discussion, you will explore the major groups of ethical theories we call nonconsequentialist (deontological) and virtue theories. There are multiple theories in each category that you will be able to address in this week’s Discussion. These theories will serve as the foundation for all future Discussions and Assignments for the course. Having an opportunity to discuss these with your instructor and peers will help you understand how to use them to address ethical issues and questions.

Choose ONE of the following to answer on this Discussion Board:

A: Which of the nonconsequentialist theories (Kantian Ethics, Divine Command Theory, Prima Facie Duties, etc.) do you find to be most logical? Discuss the merits of the theory and weaknesses.

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B: Provide an example of who you believe is the “ideal virtuous person.” Describe their character and what virtues they possess that makes them “ideal.”

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Running Head: KANTIAN ETHICAL THEORY

Kantian Ethical Theory
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Discussion ethics
The Kantian Ethics
The Kantian ethical theory was developed by a German philosopher known as Immanuel
Kant, and are adequately based on the notion that it is quite impossible to think of anything in the
world at all or even beyond the issue, considering it good without a limitation except goodwill
(Messina, 2019). The Kantian ethical theory provides the principle that humans should
adequatel...


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