Morality: A Subjective Notion
By Gregory Cioffi
EDI 550/551 Psychology of Adolescent Students
School of Education
Long Island University, C. W. Post
June 4, 2009
Morality is one of the most important aspects of humanity, and yet, it is one of the most subjective and controversial notions we have. Morality is essentially, a code of conduct that deals with right vs. wrong. Although this seems like a fairly simple concept, morality tends to be defined by various factors such as, society, religion, and even personals beliefs on what it is to do the right thing.
I too must agree that there are MANY gray areas in doing what is “right.” For instance, one can question something as trivial as whether or not it is right to tell a lie for the sake of protecting someone from some situation. Morality can also be debated on issues such as war, gay marriage, abortion, and capital punishment. Some might believe that some of these occurrences are acceptable while others find them repulsive and utterly wrong. I believe the sad part is that these debates will rage on alongside
humanity for as long as we last.
Long Island University, C. W. Post
June 4, 2009
Morality is one of the most important aspects of humanity, and yet, it is one of the most subjective and controversial notions we have. Morality is essentially, a code of conduct that deals with right vs. wrong. Although this seems like a fairly simple concept, morality tends to be defined by various factors such as, society, religion, and even personals beliefs on what it is to do the right thing.
I too must agree that there are MANY gray areas in doing what is “right.” For instance, one can question something as trivial as whether or not it is right to tell a lie for the sake of protecting someone from some situation. Morality can also be debated on issues such as war, gay marriage, abortion, and capital punishment. Some might believe that some of these occurrences are acceptable while others find them repulsive and utterly wrong. I believe the sad part is that these debates will rage on alongside
humanity for as long as we last.
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