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Conversion Of One’S Systems Of Beliefs; Godparents, Ethical Responsibilities Of., Howard Bromberg
Conversion Of One’S Systems Of Beliefs; Godparents, Ethical Responsibilities Of., Howard Bromberg
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Contributions by Howard J. Bromberg to Ethics, Revised Edition
Why Am I My Brother's Keeper?, Donald H. Regan
Why Am I My Brother's Keeper?, Donald H. Regan
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I want to cast doubt on a proposition which many people would regard as the first axiom of moral theory. Joseph Raz has stated the proposition thus: 'Morality is ... concerned with the advancement of the well-being of individuals.' Actually, Raz includes a qualifier-the full quote says that morality 'is thought to be concerned with' advancing the well-being of individuals. But the whole tenor of his ensuing discussion suggests that Raz generally shares this view of what morality is about.
As I say, I want to cast doubt on this axiom, but I shall not take issue with any particular …