Becoming the Neighbor: Virtue Theory and the Problem of Neighbor Identity

Becoming the Neighbor: Virtue Theory and the Problem of Neighbor Identity

Ethical theories consistent with Christian moral sensibilities must assure each neighbor's dignity and recognize his or her unique needs. While utilitarian ethics and duty-based ethics may fail to some degree in these respects, virtue ethics offers perspectives that echo more faithfully the par...

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Veröffentlicht in:Interpretation (Richmond) 2008-04, Vol.62 (2), p.146-155
1. Verfasser: Roberts, Samuel K.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Altruism
Altruism (Human behavior)
Christian love
Ethical aspects
Ethics
Evolutionary biology
Good samaritans
Neighborliness
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Zusammenfassung:Ethical theories consistent with Christian moral sensibilities must assure each neighbor's dignity and recognize his or her unique needs. While utilitarian ethics and duty-based ethics may fail to some degree in these respects, virtue ethics offers perspectives that echo more faithfully the parable of the Good Samaritan.
ISSN:0020-9643
2159-340X
DOI:10.1177/002096430806200204