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" Deontological ethics, on the other hand, emphasizes the performance of certain duties regardless of the consequences. The most famous deontologist, the 18th century German philosopher -- Immanuel Kant further holds that the key to morality is intention rather than consequences of action. Kant's theory also includes the idea that one should do only what one is willing to permit anyone else to do. Both theories (Utilitarianism and Deontology) have their weaknesses and the author suggests that combining the two would solve most of the ethical dilemmas of criminal justice.
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The authors of this chapter explore the ethical concept of 'peacemaking' and its themes of connectedness, care, and mindfulness. The theme of 'connectedness' suggests that human beings are not isolated individuals but are connected to other human beings as well as the environment. People who recognize such 'connectedness' look within themselves, take personal responsibility and behave in a responsible way because they realize that their every action has consequences for others and their surroundings....
The theory of 'connectedness' also incorporates the philosophy that "we shall reap what we sow." As a result, if we practice violence we will create a violent world for our children and ourselves. The concept of 'Ethical Caring' is that ethics is grounded in 'natural caring,' similar to the natural caring that a mother has for her children; it is the 'feminine' approach towards ethics instead of the 'masculine' perspective of ethics, which is largely based on justification, principle, law and argument. The themes of connectedness, care, and mindfulness together lead to an ethical concept of 'peacemaking' that force us to look at criminal justice system in a new light of rehabilitation and redemption instead of retribution and punishment.
Normative ethics is the study of right and wrong and the normative ethical theorist seeks the universal characteristics of morally 'right' or 'wrong' activities
Michael C. Braswell and Jeffery Gold
That is grounded in the ancient traditions of Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism
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Deontology vs. Utilitarianism THE RIGHT CHOICE Deontology is an ethical theory, which states actions should be performed according a previously ranked set of values (Johnson, 1996). It states that some rights must not be violated even if it may produce the greatest overall good. It sees rightness as something intrinsic, rather than extrinsic, to the action performed. It is generally attributed to the philosophy of Immanuel Kant on categorical imperatives. Deontology urges
The potential to be a good person is the core of Aristotelian ethics, which also posits that individuals should make decisions based on their desire to do good and their potential to do good. Virtue ethics is not based either on consequences or on absolute moral values and can thus provide a solid middle ground for basing any ethical economics theory. Unlike deontology, virtue ethics does not rely on
As stated in the AICPA code of conduct, the accountants need to put aside their own points-of-view and use the unified school of thought that is presented in the code. This means that the accountants should work on a deontological perspective since the utilitarianism perspective is akin to breaking or bending the rules in order to satisfy their own interests. The professional code of conduct was developed as a result
By happiness it is intended pleasure, and the absence of pain; by unhappiness, pain and the privation of pleasure." (Philosophical Classics, 2010. P.946). This approach has been experienced a lot within the accounting fraternity. The actions of the accountant can be weighed to be right or wrong depending on the amount of pleasure they bring or otherwise. This approach helps in the quest for pleasure and the well being of
" (Duska and Duska, 2003) Duska and Duska state that the accountant has three obligations: 1) to be competent and know about the art and science of accounting; 2) to look out for the best interests of the client; avoiding the temptation to take advantage of the client; and 3) to serve the public interest. (2003) These responsibilities are clearly stated in the AICPA code of ethics, which states: Competence is derived from a synthesis
Philosophy: Deontology vs. Utilitarianism In this paper I will discuss why I feel Deontology (Immanuel Kant's philosophy) is more correct than Utilitarianism (John Stuart Mill), as applied to a specific issue. First I will give an interpretation of Kant's deontology, and point out the strong and logical points within his arguments; secondly I will offer an analysis of Mill's Utilitarianism, and why I feel Mill's views fall short. Explanation: In Kant's The