Explore Plato’s Euthyphro and its enduring challenge to ethical realism and Divine Command Theory. This lecture unpacks the dilemma—whether morality is grounded in God’s will or in independent standards of goodness—highlighting key debates around arbitrariness, abhorrent commands, and the nature of piety. Ideal for students of philosophy, ethics, and theology seeking clarity on one of the most influential problems in moral philosophy.
Explore Plato’s Euthyphro and its enduring challenge to ethical realism and Divine Command Theory. This lecture unpacks the dilemma—whether morality i...
What is the central question posed by Plato in the Euthyphro dialogue?
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How does Euthyphro define piety?
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What is Socrates' critique of Euthyphro's definition of piety?
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What conclusion do Socrates and Euthyphro reach regarding the relationship between piety and divine love?
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What is the Divine Command Theory (DCT)?
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What is the problem of abhorrent commands in relation to DCT?
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How does the problem of triviality challenge the concept of God's goodness in DCT?
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What implications does DCT have for moral obligations?
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What is the significance of the natural properties of actions in moral evaluation?
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How does Socrates' argument relate to the independence of moral standards?
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What is the relationship between love and divine commands according to some interpretations of DCT?
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What philosophical challenges does DCT face regarding moral relativism?
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How does the Euthyphro dilemma illustrate the complexities of defining piety?
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What role does Socratic questioning play in the dialogue between Socrates and Euthyphro?
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In what ways does the discussion of piety in the Euthyphro relate to contemporary ethical debates?
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What is the significance of the term 'god-beloved' in the context of the dialogue?
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How does the concept of moral obligation relate to the nature of divine commands?
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What philosophical implications arise from the assertion that God could command any action?
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How does the Euthyphro dialogue challenge the notion of absolute morality?
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What is the relevance of the Euthyphro dialogue to the study of ethics?