La ética deontológica
Example: La ética deontológica enfatiza el deber sobre las consecuencias.
Definition
"La ética deontológica" refers to a branch of moral philosophy that emphasizes the importance of duty, rules, and obligations in determining what is morally right, rather than focusing on the consequences of actions. It prioritizes following ethical principles regardless of outcomes.
Etymology
"La ética deontológica" comes from the Greek words 'deon,' meaning duty or obligation, and 'logos,' meaning study or discourse. The term was popularized in modern philosophy to describe ethical theories focused on duties, notably associated with Immanuel Kant. Did you know that 'deontological' literally means 'study of duty'?
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