Moral judgment is a complex matter in itself. Modern philosophers identified a problem with judging action through only consequence or intention, something conventional philosophers overlooked. As the world is, supported by a series of causes and effects one can never be certain what our actions might bring regardless of the intentions. Similarly, a consequence that once seemed plausible may not turn out as desired. Here, circumstances play a significant role in shaping how our actions must be judged, and yet there is no ethical way to outline this judgment. A self-serving act might bring greater good while a good act might cause destruction. This is where philosophers raise such questions as whether there is something like ‘moral luck’ and whether is bad to unlucky or unlucky to be bad.
Introduction
How do we really define Philosophy? The Greek word φιλοσοφία – Philosophia. Or as the term has been coined by modern Western language – Philosophy. The literal meaning of this word is relatively static. Derived from its Greek origin it comprises two separate words...
