Does a rational approach to morality create a better world?

Does a rational approach to morality create a better world?

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Religious Studies, Other, Social Studies, Business

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The video explores the balance between data and empathy in decision-making, emphasizing the role of emotion as a motivator in moral actions. It warns against altruism becoming bureaucratic without a moral impulse, using Levinas' philosophy. The discussion extends to Sweden's social security system and its approach to compassion, highlighting the challenges of institutionalized compassion and the move towards a cashless society.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the potential consequences of losing the initial moral impulse in altruistic efforts?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the example of beggars in Sweden illustrate the challenges of social support systems?

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