Animal Quote by Philip Kitcher
“Because the problems are objective features of the human situation - social animals without the capacities for making social life come easily - ethics is objectively constrained. It's not the case that "anything goes".”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Nature of Science, Philip Kitcher, 1994
Human social nature imposes limits on ethical choices, preventing moral relativism.
In simple terms: Human nature limits ethics.
Recognize ethical boundaries.
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When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural values shape ethical limits?
- Can we balance objectivity with empathy?
Ethics also involve cultural nuance beyond biology.