Walter Stace | on Ethical Relativism

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Walter Stace | On Ethical Relativism
Ethical relativism can be understood as an extreme left-wing response to ethical absolutism, which arose naturally out of Christian theology. Stace points out that while the former denies the latter, it also uses the term standard in a different way. While absolutist distinguishes between what is right and what is only thought to be right, the relativist sees them as the same.
-For an absolutist, not recognizing a universal moral truth is akin to not recognizing a ___________ truth.

• A) mortal
• B) legal
• C) scientific
• D) professional

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Definitions:

Heat

A form of energy associated with the movement of atoms and molecules, transferable between objects or systems resulting in temperature changes.

Dissipates

The process by which matter or energy disperses or spreads out to a less concentrated form, often resulting in a more uniform distribution.

Usable

Suitable or ready for use; able to be used for a particular purpose or in a particular way.

Delta G

The change in Gibbs free energy, predicting the direction of chemical reactions and their spontaneity.