How does the biblical text help interpret the selected works of art? How do the selected works of art help interpret the biblical text? – Show reflective engagement with at least one of the five main themes discussed in Weeks 6-10 of the module (“Incarnation”, “Mary and the Word”, “Passion and Crucifixion”, “Resurrection”, “Revelation”). – […]
Category Archives: Philosophy
Discuss How can and does the profession respond to ethical misconduct among its membership? The code of ethics must be cited.
Identify your chosen profession (psychologist, educator, counselor, police or probation officer). Explore the many resources found at the site. Write a short essay (minimum of 2 paragraphs) explaining: Why you chose the specific profession. Why it is important for professionals in the field you have chosen to be familiar with and understand the field’s code […]
Describe a scenario where there is a primary ethical dilemma—a situation where there is definitely a question of ethics; the heart of the issue is ethical in nature.
Part 2: Propose Real-Life Scenario or Case Study: Application of steps 1–2 (Seven-Step Process in Moral Choices) Gathering of Information 1. Write a paper that describes an ethical dilemma. 2. Describe a scenario where there is a primary ethical dilemma—a situation where there is definitely a question of ethics; the heart of the issue is […]
Discuss:Do pharmaceutical companies have any moral responsibility to ensure their products are not consumed illegitimately?
Do pharmaceutical companies have any moral responsibility to ensure their products are not consumed illegitimately? How would you recognize an ethical pharmaceutical company – what are its characteristics? Which organization should be held morally culpable for solving this issue? Be sure to include the perspectives of social contract theory and virtue ethics in your responses.
Explain why Descartes needs God (Med. 3 and 5) to ground I am, I exist and the security of knowledge. Do you agree that an `I’ cannot be the source of its own existence, needing God to account for it? Explain why or why not
Explain why Descartes needs God (Med. 3 and 5) to ground I am, I exist and the security of knowledge. Do you agree that an `I’ cannot be the source of its own existence, needing God to account for it? Explain why or why not
What are the impacts of defunding the police in the U.S.?
What are the impacts of defunding the police in the U.S.?
What would a utilitarian have us do in this case if we were the sheriff?
What would a utilitarian have us do in this case if we were the sheriff? In other words, should we lie, according to utilitarianism? What considerations would a utilitarian identify as important to think about in relation to this case Would a Kantian agree with the utilitarian’s advice here? Why or why not?
Compare: Catholicism, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestantism.
Within Christianity there are three major traditions: Catholicism, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestantism. Your assignment for this week is to complete a Comparative Religions Grid (Week 6 Assignment Template above) comparing these three traditions.
Why does James think that we are justified in believing that the natural world is only part of a larger reality, and how does this help us take life to be worth living? Explain why you do, or don’t, find his argument
Why does James think that we are justified in believing that the natural world is only part of a larger reality, and how does this help us take life to be worth living? Explain why you do, or don’t, find his argument
Discuss Ken Wilber’s position as a founder of Integral Philosophy. Recognize the importance of “orienting generalizations” in Integral Philosophy.
Discuss Ken Wilber’s position as a founder of Integral Philosophy. Recognize the importance of “orienting generalizations” in Integral Philosophy. Explain Wilber’s important understanding of “states and stages” as an example of how Integral Philosophy approaches the study of psychology and then applies this to other fields, such as ethics. Explain BJ Miller’s research about what […]