The precepts (Edexcel A-Level Religious Studies): Quizzes
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What is synderesis according to natural law theory?
What is synderesis according to natural law theory?
A habit of reason uncovering moral laws
What does the synderesis rule state about the good?
What does the synderesis rule state about the good?
Good is what all things seek as telos
Which is NOT one of the six primary precepts listed in the note?
Which is NOT one of the six primary precepts listed in the note?
Loving your neighbour
What does Aquinas claim all humans are born with regarding primary precepts?
What does Aquinas claim all humans are born with regarding primary precepts?
The innate ability to understand them
What term describes applying primary precepts to specific situations?
What term describes applying primary precepts to specific situations?
Conscientia
What is an interior act?
What is an interior act?
The intention behind an action
Why does the note claim primary precepts are found in all societies?
Why does the note claim primary precepts are found in all societies?
Universal rules like not killing exist
What is Karl Barth's criticism of relying on human reason?
What is Karl Barth's criticism of relying on human reason?
Reason corrupted by the fall
What does the doctrine of double effect claim about single actions?
What does the doctrine of double effect claim about single actions?
Can produce good & bad effects
What does the means-end condition of double effect require?
What does the means-end condition of double effect require?
Good & bad effects occur simultaneously
What does the proportionality condition forbid in self-defence?
What does the proportionality condition forbid in self-defence?
Excessive force
What criticism claims the distinction in double effect lacks moral significance?
What criticism claims the distinction in double effect lacks moral significance?
Between intended & foreseen effects