Moshe Koppel on Norms, Tradition, and Resilient Societies
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Ethics and Evolving Social Norms
This chapter explores the conflict between deontological ethics and consequentialism, using personal anecdotes to illustrate their evolving perspectives on rigid moral norms. It emphasizes the importance of understanding social norms in a broader context, particularly within Jewish tradition, and the need for adaptive changes. The discussion highlights the complexities of moral philosophy, focusing on the balance between moral intuition and the necessity for codified rules to address systemic biases.
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