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Morality and ethics in politics in the contemporary societies
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Abstract
Morality and ethics are among the most influential factors affecting society’s development throughout history. There is a slight difference between the terms ethics and morality. Ethics derives from mankind’s experience throughout history and in actuality it represents the essence of the ethical rul... view more
Morality and ethics are among the most influential factors affecting society’s development throughout history. There is a slight difference between the terms ethics and morality. Ethics derives from mankind’s experience throughout history and in actuality it represents the essence of the ethical rules and principles derived from the human understanding of the differentiation between good and evil. Whereas morality defers from this definition of ethics in the sense that morality has its origin in religion and theology. Morality in politics or the Moral politics has gradually succeeded in conquering the public scene. The contemporary world that we live in today is facing many challenges that have a moral auspice; humankind needs more answers. An adequate academic approach is needed and further public discussion entails. Societal involvement is crucial in any attempts of finding the most appropriate response to the challenges of the modern world encumbered by ethical and moral issues.... view less
Keywords
morality; ethics; religion; society; political culture
Classification
Philosophy, Ethics, Religion
Document language
English
Publication Year
2017
Page/Pages
p. 83-93
Journal
Journal of Liberty and International Affairs, 2 (2017) 3
ISSN
1857-9760
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed
Licence
Creative Commons - Attribution