Funny Quote by J. L. Mackie
“There are no objective values.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical essay: “Ethics: Inventing Right and Wrong” by J. L. Mackie, 1977
Mackie argues that moral values lack objective grounding, being human constructs.
In simple terms: No objective moral values exist.
Key Takeaway
Question moral assumptions.
Themes
ethics
relativism
philosophy
subjectivity
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- moral debate
- policy making
- personal decision making
- education curricula
Key Concepts
meta‑ethics
ontology
cognitive science
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think any values are universal?
- How does moral relativism affect law?
A Different Perspective
Some argue for universal human rights as objective.
