Principles Of Ethics Parts V And VI, V2: Negative And Positive Beneficence

By Herbert Spencer

Book Overview

""Principles of Ethics Parts V and VI, V2: Negative and Positive Beneficence"" is a philosophical work by the renowned thinker Herbert Spencer. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part exploring the concept of negative beneficence, which refers to the duty to refrain from causing harm to others. The second part focuses on positive beneficence, which refers to the duty to actively promote the well-being of others.Throughout the book, Spencer explores the ethical principles that underpin these concepts and considers how they can be applied in practice. He argues that individuals have a moral duty to act in ways that promote the well-being of others, but that this duty must be balanced against other ethical considerations, such as respect for individual autonomy and the principle of justice.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in ethical theory. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the principles of ethics and how they can be applied in everyday life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430474238
• ISBN13: 9781430474234
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"