The Theory of Morals
The Theory of Morals
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We must, then, at least make a distinction between a devo- tion which is obligatory and one which is not ; and it would not be easy to find the dividing line between these two kinds of devotion, or the test by which to recognize and distinguish them. In any event, the hypothesis of a principle of devo- tion which is superior to the principle of duty, breaks down in the most numerous and ordinary cases.
Our opponents exult over special examples which it seems difficult to bring under the ordinar...y rule.
GOOD AND DUTY. 181 " It was not the duty of St. Vincent de Paul to open an asylum for deserted orphans. It was not the duty of Lord Byron to fly to the aid of oppressed Greece, and to sacrifice his life for the deliverance of a coun- try not his own. " * I answer unhesitatingly, that, if the action performed by St. Vincent de Paul or by Lord Byron was the best one possible for each at the time when he chose and accomplished it, then it was strictly obligatory upon him. In spite of the universality of the idea of duty, we are not all obliged to do the same thing.
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To quickly assess the difficulty of the text, read a short excerpt:
We must, then, at least make a distinction between a devo- tion which is obligatory and one which is not ; and it would not be easy to find the dividing line between these two kinds of devotion, or the test by which to recognize and distinguish them. In any event, the hypothesis of a principle of devo- tion which is superior to the principle of duty, breaks down in the most numerous and ordinary cases.
Our opponents exult over special examples which it seems difficult to bring under the ordinar...y rule.
GOOD AND DUTY. 181 " It was not the duty of St. Vincent de Paul to open an asylum for deserted orphans. It was not the duty of Lord Byron to fly to the aid of oppressed Greece, and to sacrifice his life for the deliverance of a coun- try not his own. " * I answer unhesitatingly, that, if the action performed by St. Vincent de Paul or by Lord Byron was the best one possible for each at the time when he chose and accomplished it, then it was strictly obligatory upon him. In spite of the universality of the idea of duty, we are not all obliged to do the same thing.
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You can find similar books in the "Read Also" column, or choose other free books by Paul Janet to read onlineMoreLess
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