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Ep. 367: Hume on the Foundations of Ethics (Part Two)

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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Humean Ethics and Societal Conventions

This chapter examines Hume's view on ethics, arguing that moral principles arise from societal conventions rather than metaphysical beliefs. It also delves into the complexities of justice, property rights, and the impact of resource scarcity on ethical considerations.

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