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RE: Criticism of criticism: The beginning of discussion and argument
Opinions exist for every matter. It's one of the distinguishing factors among thinking humans. Robots would all act in similar way given the instructions and command of their maker ab initio
We judge matters based on our view of situations which have formed over time in our dealings with people, ideas and cultures.
Very true but what about the concept of good and bad? What criteria do you think it's the best to use in determining what's right and what's wrong
I think that would be relative. People have different perceptions. I would say *'conscience' * but I can't vouch that everyone has them. But it would be safe to say that most times than not, the popular opinion on what's good and what's not should be the guide or determining factor as you've put it.
I understand that 'conscience' is like a judge to every man... Telling him when he has wronged. But i also would like you to know that the conscience does not judge us the same way.
That's why some people can willingly take another's life or their own life. Most times they believe it's the right thing to do.
So i think conscience is not enough criteria of measurement of good and bad
That's what I've opined in saying not everyone has them. The truth though is that majority do. That's why I left off saying popular opinion on what's right should hold in most situations.
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But still, with conscience and popular opinion, we still do not have a working rule as you also agree that there it's not everyone that have it.
So while wet need to know what criteria we should use in determining what's good and bad, we should consider the opinions of those without conscience and who are not among the popular opinion. Do you agree?
I don't exactly understand what you mean. When laws are set and rules made, it becomes binding on everyone within the jurisdiction of the particular country. So, it wouldn't matter if your conscience kicks against it, you'd just have to comply to ensure you don't get on the wrong side of the law.
So, in determining what should stand as a guide to actions, the general concept should come through and be binding on the lot of the population. I see no reason why their stand should be wrong except an evil spell has been cast on the minds of the populace making them have views and opinions that wouldn't make for good moral codes.
Hahahahha. I must thank you for your responses so far. Though i want to assure you that we can't come to a mutual agreement as far as this topic remains criticism of criticism and not understanding me too is obvious because it's some times like that.
Now let me tell you this. In my opinion, the problem of the world is those popular opinion that is considered the standards of living. Those with minor opinions always like to be heard too so they go lengths to air their view.
Take for example religion. There are different people in the world today having different believe and concept of life. You may not like some but some are right and yours is wrong at least in some aspects...
We always have opinion that is always different with others. We can never have a working rule based on popular opinion. Do you agree?
Take a look at situational ethics. It's the reason why people's view can't always be the same. Some say the end justifies the means. Others, not so much.