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Table 1
Dangers and problems in Western philosophy normative ethical theories.
| Western philosophy normative ethical theories | Danger/problem |
|---|---|
| Theories that seek reference in “universally applicable principles” (Kantian) deontology, consequentialism (utilitarianism) | Danger: risk of overlooking the particular of specific situations |
| Theories that seek reference in evaluating particular situations “Particularism” |
Danger: risk of self-protective relativism (cultural, social, political) |
| Theories that seek reference in virtues (“being good”) “Virtue ethics” (Aristoteles) |
Problem: virtues do not always unambiguously translate into concrete action |
| Theories that seek reference in the care for human relationships “Ethics of care” |
Problem: works for close relations with known people; unclear how it could work for distant relations with strangers |
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