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An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals
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David Hume's "An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals" is a seminal work in moral philosophy, presenting a naturalistic and sentimentalist account of ethics.
Hume argues that moral judgments are not based on reason alone but are rooted in our feelings and sentiments.
He emphasizes the importance of sympathy and benevolence in shaping our moral evaluations.
The Enquiry explores various aspects of morality, including justice, virtue, and the role of passions in human action.
Hume's work challenged rationalist traditions and laid the groundwork for subsequent developments in moral philosophy.
Hume argues that moral judgments are not based on reason alone but are rooted in our feelings and sentiments.
He emphasizes the importance of sympathy and benevolence in shaping our moral evaluations.
The Enquiry explores various aspects of morality, including justice, virtue, and the role of passions in human action.
Hume's work challenged rationalist traditions and laid the groundwork for subsequent developments in moral philosophy.
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Mentioned by the podcast hosts as the author of "An Inquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals", which is the focus of the episode.
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Ep. 367: Hume on the Foundations of Ethics (Part One)
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Mark Linsenmeyer and 
Seth Paskin in relation to Edith Stein's theory of empathy, particularly concerning the concept of direct and indirect experience.
Mark Linsenmeyer and Seth Paskin in relation to Edith Stein's theory of empathy, particularly concerning the concept of direct and indirect experience.
Ep. 366: Edith Stein on Empathy (Part Two)
The episode discusses Hume's moral theory, particularly the conclusion of this book.
Ep. 368: Hume on Reason in Ethics (Part One)
Mentioned as one of two treatises on ethics by David Hume.
Ep. 368: Hume on Reason in Ethics (Part Two)
