An examination of foundational questions of right and wrong, good and evil, the nature of happiness/human well-being, and reasons for action, accomplished through a study of the competing ethical theories of philosophers such as Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, Kant, and Mill. Discussion of the doctrine of Ethical Relativism forms a substantial contemporary component of the course.

Credit Restriction: Credit may be obtained for only one of Philosophy 250 or Philosophy 450

Prerequisites: Philosophy (3) and 2nd year standing required
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