PHL 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 23: Rationality, Categorical Imperative, Monism
5 Jan 2021
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It is never appropriate to adopt a paternalistic attitude towards autonomous agents. We ought to allow people to make informed choices about their lives. A podium cannot act (it can only be acted upon) A person can both act and be acted upon. We ought to treat people as autonomous agents who are capable of rational self-directed. What"s the difference between a podium and a person. Third formulation of ci says that we must respect the agent-hood of a person. Only rational beings fall directly within the scope of morality. Perfect duties: duties which can be completely fulfilled at any moment of our lives. Imperfect duties: open-ended duties which cannot be completely fulfilled at any moment. Should you spend money on your education (better yourself) or use it to. We have some latitude in how we fulfill them. Choose what is most in accordance with your goals, wha.
