L'etica deontologica
Example: L'etica deontologica guida i professionisti nelle loro responsabilità morali.
Definition
"L'etica deontologica" is a branch of moral philosophy that focuses on the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions themselves, rather than their consequences. It guides professionals in fulfilling their moral duties and responsibilities based on established rules and principles.
Etymology
The term "l'etica deontologica" comes from the Greek words 'deon' meaning duty and 'logos' meaning study or discourse. It was popularized in modern philosophy to describe an ethical framework centered on obligations rather than outcomes. Did you know? The word 'deontological' was first used in the 19th century, highlighting its focus on moral duties.
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