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What does synderesis uncover according to Natural Law theory?

First principles of God's natural law

What is the synderesis rule?

The good is what all seek as their telos

Which of these is NOT a primary precept?

Avoiding all physical harm

Who has the innate ability to understand primary precepts?

All humans

What is conscientia?

Applying primary precepts to situations

What is an interior act?

The intention behind an action

Why does donating to charity require the right intention?

Moral value depends on interior act

Which strength supports primary precepts' validity?

Found in morality of all societies

What is Karl Barth's criticism of Natural Law?

Human reason corrupted by the fall

What does the doctrine of double effect claim?

One action can have good & bad effects

Why is killing in self-defense justifiable?

Killing is an unintended consequence

What is the proportionality condition?

Good effect proportionate to bad effect

What criticism challenges the double effect principle?

Foreseeable outcomes can't be incidental

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