Do Objective Morals Exist? Part 9

Additional problems with relativism to share in a conversation I will continue the story of my walk with Mahito that I introduced in part 2.  You will get to peak in on the actual conversation and by doing so I hope you continue to learn how to expose major weaknesses of moral relativism. Before we [...]

Do Objective Morals Exist? Part 8

Arguments against Moral Relativism  1.    Not an ethical system  Herein lies the first problem; moral relativism is not an ethical system.  Why?  The reason is best summed up with these questions; what is the difference between a moral relativist and a person without morals?  How does a relativist make moral decisions?  He decides whatever he thinks [...]

Do Objective Morals Exist? Part 7

The moral relativist says all morality originates with people; either the individual decides or society creates the moral rules.  Let’s look at each one:  Pleasure as ethics – Other names this can go by is “I say relativism” or “individual ethical relativism” or “ethical subjectivism.”  The basic belief is that individual preferences offer the only [...]

Do Objective Morals Exist? Part 6

Moral relativism: All morality is decided by people.  It teaches right and wrong is determined by the beliefs of an individual or society.  Basically when it comes to right and wrong, you do your own thing. Moral truths are mere preferences, much like our taste in ice cream. There are no universally valid moral principles.  [...]

Do Objective Morals Exist? Part 5

Here are the answers to the quiz on Part 4.  (1) That man’s shirt is red (or whatever color). – objective (2) Red is the best color. – subjective (3) 2 plus 2 equals 4. – objective (4) Tropical island vacations are the best vacations. – subjective (5) Steve can bench press 500 pounds. – [...]

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