The Thomistic Institute Is There Always a Right Choice? Conscience, Prudence, and Natural Law |Prof. Joshua Hochschild
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Feb 22, 2024 Explore the significance of conscience, prudence, and natural law in decision-making. Delve into moral norms, freedom, and the philosophical basis of conscience. Understand the complexity of moral decision-making and the nature of actions. Learn about the obligations of conscience, forming one's conscience, and making informed decisions. Dive into the concept of natural law, seeking truth, and navigating moral complexity through virtue and prudence.
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John Paul II on Moral Confusion
- John Paul II identifies confusion in the Church about moral norms and conscience.
- He argues this confusion is philosophical, not primarily theological.
Classifying Moral Actions
- Moral actions can be classified into kinds, allowing some acts to always be right or wrong.
- This classification underpins the concept of absolute moral norms.
Conscience Always Binds
- We are always bound to follow our conscience, even if it is malformed.
- This binding makes forming a correct conscience a serious responsibility.