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Ethical Quote by Richard Kearney

“If it is true that we cannot possess knowledge of what is good in any absolute sense, it is equally true that we have an ethical duty to decide between what is better and what is worse.” quote by Richard Kearney
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““If it is true that we cannot possess knowledge of what is good in any absolute sense, it is equally true that we have an ethical duty to decide between what is better and what is worse.””

Richard Kearney

About This Quote

We cannot know absolute good, but we must still make moral choices between better and worse.

In simple terms: We must act ethically despite uncertainty about absolute good.

Key Takeaway

Make thoughtful ethical decisions.

Themes

ethics uncertainty decision‑making

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • personal dilemmas
  • business ethics

Key Concepts

moral philosophy relativism responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria guide your ethical choices?
  • How do you handle moral ambiguity?
A Different Perspective

Absolute moral truth may be unattainable.

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