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Introduction The problem of evil has been addressed by philosophers for centuries. The problem stems from the concept of an omnipotent, omniscient and perfectly good and just God; that if such a God exists, then evil should not exist. The very fact that there are too many evils that have existed since the dawn of…

Today’s topic of discussion is euthanasia, also known as mercy killing. Euthanasia refers to the act of painlessly ending one’s life in order to alleviate suffering. It can be classified into different types: voluntary, non-voluntary, active, or passive. Passive euthanasia permits natural death to take place, while active euthanasia brings about death directly. Voluntary euthanasia…

            The Italian Renaissance was an historical era in which much intellectual, philosophical, and artistic advancement were made. Studies were conducted which involved astrology, mathematics, and the human anatomy, which illustrates the desire for information during this time period. The Renaissance, however, is most closely associated with the artists that emerged from Italy beginning in…

Question 1: In order to understand the difference between Descriptive and Normative Statements, it is important to grasp the distinction between Descriptive and Normative Ethics. Descriptive ethics focuses on explaining individuals’ moral beliefs, statements, and behavior, and is primarily studied by psychologists, sociologists, and anthropologists. On the other hand, Normative ethics aims to determine which…

Dealing with ethical dilemmas can be challenging, particularly when collaborating with clients who possess varying values and perspectives. Resolving ethical concerns is rarely a simple task, and counselors frequently rely on the expertise of seasoned practitioners, although this does not ensure an ideal result. The field of counseling adheres to a set of regulations tailored…

“Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”In one of the most famous sermons ever preached, “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”, preacher, Jonathan Edwards, tries to persuade the ‘sinful’ people to realize that God is real and that they have to live ‘purely’, as in to live as a true Christian who…

            Medical ethics deal with the study of judgments and moral values as they apply in the area of medicine.  As a discipline in the secondary level, medical ethics include the application of practical clinic settings, work on its theology, history, philosophy, and sociology.  According to Charlesworth (2001) the principles of medical ethics are shared…

The paper analyzes sociology textbooks to redefine the definitions of subcultures and countercultures, as well as explores conflicting aspects and dilemmas depicted in various examples of these cultural phenomena. To resolve these conflicts, an extra criterion is suggested for evaluating subcultures and countercultures. Additionally, the concept of subculture is further dissected into subcategories to thoroughly…

On the 29th of December, Jose Rizal had allegedly written a retraction document. Fr. Balaguer had claimed that Rizal had written this document in front him and Fr. Villaclara had witnessed this also along with another Jesuit priest. The document goes like this: “I declare myself a Catholic and in this religion is I retract…

Is a poem that is set in the California darkness and the protagonist is temporarily exiled from his wife, and as he write love letters to her a skunk passes by and he is reminded of the qualities of his wife. This poem raises the themes of separation and love. These themes are emphasized through…