Understanding Joseph Fletcher's Situation Ethics

What is the central principle of Joseph Fletcher's Situation Ethics?

• Legalism

• Agape (selfless love)

• Antinomianism

• Deontological rules

Which biblical parable does Fletcher use to illustrate his concept of agape?

• The Prodigal Son

• The Good Samaritan

• The Lost Sheep

• The Sower

According to Fletcher, what is the role of conscience in ethical decision-making?

• A form of intuition

• Inspiration from the Holy Spirit

• A function, not a faculty

• Internalised cultural values

Which of the following is NOT a criticism of Fletcher's Situation Ethics?

• It lacks clear rules

• It is too rigid

• It is open to the same criticisms as deontological rules

• It may not work in practice when a society needs rules

What does Fletcher mean by 'principled relativism'?

• Total autonomy

• Rejection of all principles

• A balance between absolutes and autonomy

• Strict adherence to rules

Which biblical text does Fletcher use to support his argument that rules should be flexible?

• Mark 2:27

• Matthew 5:9

• John 3:16

• Luke 15:11-32

What is the 'Greatest Commandment' according to Fletcher's interpretation?

• Honour your father and mother

• Love your neighbour as yourself

• Do not steal

• Keep the Sabbath holy

How does Fletcher view the Church's legalistic approach to ethics?

• As helpful and necessary

• As unchristian and harmful

• As the only true path

• As a flexible guide

What does Fletcher argue is the greatest of all virtues, according to St Paul?

• Faith

• Hope

• Love

• Charity

Which of the following best describes Situation Ethics?

• Deontological

• Teleological

• Legalistic

• Antinomian