Absolutes Quote by D. Todd Christofferson
“The scriptures, for example, discredit an ancient philosophy that has come back into vogue in our day-the philosophy of Korihor that there are no absolute moral standards, that "every man prospers according to his genius, and that every man conquers according to his strength; and whatsoever a man does is no crime" and "that when a man is dead, that is the end thereof".”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Moral Philosophy, 2010
The doctrine of moral relativism, as exemplified by Korihor, denies absolute standards, suggesting actions are not crimes.
In simple terms: Moral relativism denies absolute standards.
Key Takeaway
Question absolute moral claims.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
relativism
Mood
inquisitive
skeptical
Type
philosophical
debative
When to use this quote
- theological debate
- ethical education
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
Moral absolutism
subjectivity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do absolute morals exist?
- How does relativism affect law?
A Different Perspective
Relativism can lead to moral ambiguity.
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