I think it would be best used as a companion to a text book and as a revision aid. Based on personalism which considers personal feelings, opinions and perceptions. Welcome to philosopher kings, a website that provides teaching, learning and revision resources for igcse and a level religious studies and philosophy. Explore the teachings of christ and the different approaches to morality with bbc bitesize religious studies wjec. Soul, mind and bodyrevision notes february 21, 2017 alex this is an overview of dualism and views on the soul, mind and body, i hope its helpful theres also a printable revision sheet attached to the bottom if youd like to print it out. I initially put this as a level 6 excellent knowledge and evaluation, but having reread it, i think it needs a broader range of scholarly views which would give it more in depth evaluation and then views could be more fully justified. Its evolution throughout history is marked by some important shifts. Natural law theory created by thomas aquinas, a th century monk and theologian. Fletcher was a professor of christian ethics at harvard university and then medical ethics at virginia university. Ethics either 3 a i examine the important concepts of utilitarianism or situation ethics. Mill was learning greek at three, latin, arithmetic, and history from seven onwards and by 12 he was studying several branches of higher mathematics. Although his ideas were rooted in the bible they were new, and to some shocking. Book summa theologica most deontological and absolutist. Situation ethics key features situation ethics is o consequentialist o situationalist o subjective o a response to the unsuitable extremes of legalism and antinomianism established by the anglican theologian joseph fletcher in his 1966 book actions have no intrinsic value, this is teleological rather than deantological.
The new moralityjoseph fletcher 1905 1991 develops what he calls an ethical nonsystem. Proposing an ethic of loving concern, fletcher suggests that certain actssuch as lying, premarital sex, adultery, or even murdermight be morally right, depending on. If aiming for a or a star, these notes are invaluable. Situation ethics ocr religious studies philosophy and. This is an excellent online book that you can use to supplement your reading. This is a functional book that explains all the concepts very clearly without any waffle. Ethical theories include kant, natural law, situation ethics, virtue ethics and utilitarianism. It mustnt be confused with cultural relativism, which says that there is no objective morality, and moral values vary from one society to another. However, free drafts are available for themes 1 and 4 on this link. Philosophy of religion ocr revision guide new spec year 1.
It is a brief overview of all the keywords from the nelson thornes aqa books, that you should know and includes a few quotes for each topic. A level religious studies situation ethics teaching resources. Situation ethicsan overview philosophy as revision. Sheets summarise the main chapters of his book and give students exercises to think further about fletchers ideas and whether they can be. Study guide bob bowie less than a page on situation ethics. The challenge of situation ethics is so great that some catholic theologians believe there needs to be a compromise between natural law and situation ethics. Joseph fletcherin 1966 joseph fletcher, an american theologian, published a book, situation ethics, in which he outlines a new approach to christian ethical decision making. The puzzle of ethics, peter vardy theres a 10page chapter on. Desperately need help with rs as revision edexcel rs foundations exam.
Draw a basic diagram to illustrate the spectrum that fletcher referred to. Mills rule utilitarianism rs and philosophy a level. Situation ethics was most famously championed by joseph fletcher 19051991. Ethics alevel religious studies rs section covering, absolutism and relativism, kantian ethics, natural law, situation ethics, utilitarianism. Normative ethically relativist theory situation ethics. My sixth form is doing utilitarianism and situation ethics for unit 1. Aqa rs as level ethics and philosophy of religion aqa religious studies. It is a book about ethics that was condemned immediately on its publication by people who never opened the book. Asa2 philosophy of religion and religious ethics for ocr.
Religion and ethics h57302 responses to show how the sample assessment questions might be answered with commentary. It is based on agape love christian unconditional love, and says that we should always do the most loving thing in any situation fletcher rejected following rules regardless legalism and also the idea that we should. Joseph fletcherin 1966 joseph fletcher, an american theologian, published a book, situation ethics, in which he outlines a new approach to christian ethical. Agape love 4 working principles 3 types of moral thinking 6 propositions conscience agape love. Situation ethics morality gcse religious studies revision.
Developments in christian thought h57303 responses to show how the sample assessment questions might be answered with commentary. Here are the power points i use with my students to cover cont. As religious studies for ocr 3rd revised edition by matthew livermore, owen tribe isbn. Proportionalism the title of a book by brtitish philosopher bernard hoose accepts, as natural law does, that certain acts are wrong or evil acts in themselves. Synderesis rule states the best way to make moral decisions is to follow the natural human instinct to do good and avoid evil humans have a conscience, can rationalise. Through studying religious studies, students get a broad look at how religion and spirituality form the basis of our culture. Gcse religious studies revision booklet condensed version updated 070417 this booklet does not contain all that you will need for your r. Igniting a firestorm of controversy upon its publication in 1966, joseph fletchers situation ethics was hailed by many as a muchneeded reformation of moralityand as an invitation to anarchy by others. Situation ethics teaches that ethical decisions should follow flexible guidelines rather than absolute rules, and be taken on a case by case basis. Situation ethics exemplar essay ocr religious studies a. Genesis book in the bible containing creation stories myth story with a deeper meaning creationists literally believe the world was created in 7 days as in genesis natural selection darwins idea of survival of the fittest omnipotent god is allpowerful stewardship looking after the world and creation. Turning to ethics after lunch, this session will consider whether there are any moral absolutes and, if so, what they are and where they come from.
If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Fletcher believed that traditional christian morality was too dominated by. Book situation ethics the new morality published in 1966. Created by joseph fletcher, a 20 th century american professor, episcopal priest and supporter of both euthanasia and abortion. John stuart mill 18061873 was benthams godson and the son of one of his most ardent of followers, mill was educated entirely by his father. A book for intelligent students who want to expand what they know of belief and unbelief. Perspectives from divine command ethics, natural law, situation ethics and kantian ethics will be opened up and evaluated. Created by joseph fletcher, a 20th century american professor, episcopal priest and supporter of both euthanasia and abortion. Four working principles the heart of this explanation of situation ethics lies in its six propositions but there are a few preliminary matters to be made plain first, in the readers interest, so he can know what presuppositions are at work. Aqa as level rs booklet on the module situation ethics. Here is an overview of situation ethics, im sorry for any spelling mistakes, there is also a printable revision sheet at the bottom. Religious ethics ocr religious studies philosophy and. The right to life abortion the deliberate termination ending of a pregnancy, usually before the foetus is twentyfour weeks old. The confusion to avoid sections at the end of each chapter will be particularly useful.
What happened in the story of jesus on the sabbath. This session will conclude with an essayplanning activity. Choose from 500 different sets of rs ethics flashcards on quizlet. Soul, mind and bodyrevision notes philosophy as revision. A level religious studies revision matthew livermore matthew livermore is an re teacher at a catholic school in suffolk.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Love and justice are the same, is the third proposition of situation ethics, and it quite simply states that justice is love distributed, nothing else, which can be expanded into the principal the right thing to do is the greatest amount of love for. Religion plays an important role in our society and can influence what people think, feel, and believe. My philosophy book has sold but ethics book is still on ebay for 99p. Its not vardys favourite theory, but he presents it accurately and includes criticisms. Situation ethics is the method of ethical decision making that states that you must consider noble love agape in decision making, and that a moral decision is correct if it is the most loving thing to do. Df ethical thought and t4 af determinism, copied from illuminate website. A clear account of the major approaches to ethics and considers how these might inform decision making in todays world. Ethical issues include abortion, euthanasia, genetic engineering, war, infertility treatment. A level revision questions haslingden high religious studies.
Rs religious studies alevel ethics revision section for situation ethics covering fundamental principles, advantages and disadvantages, joseph fletcher. The puzzle of ethics, peter vardy theres a 10 page chapter on. As level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet 1. Ethics, as a philosophical discipline, was first structured and systematized in ancient greece, most particularly by aristotle. Revise a level religious studies live event peter vardy. The puzzle of ethics, peter vardy theres a 10page chapter on situation ethics. He has taught for 15 years, and is trained to teach philosophy for children or p4c. The second of the two sets of guiding principles of situation ethics devised by fletcher in order to determine what the most loving action in any given situation would be. Ethics resources for students and teachers ocr a level rs philosophy and ethics. He believed that we should follow the rules until we need to break them for reasons of love. Active euthanasia the ending of a life by a deliberate action,such as by giving a patient a fatal injection.
This video includes revision notes for as level rs on the topic utilitarianism, abortion, euthanasia, cosmological argument and religious experience. New a level rs ocr situation ethics workbook teaching. Ethical theories include kant, natural law, situation ethics, virtue ethics and. Use the links below to go straight to the first part of the specification for each syllabus. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Situation ethics religion and ethics 1b what type of theory is situation ethics. He has written a study guide on religious experience, and is currently in the process of writing a book on catholic pilgrimage to marian shrines in england. Situation ethics was most famously championed by joseph fletcher 19051991 he believed that we should follow the rules until we need to break them for reasons of love. Situation ethics page 2 of 4 permission to murder, steal etc, if they are the most loving thing to do in a given situation.
As level religious studies situation ethics revision booklet. Euthanasia inducing a painless death, with compassion, to. Clear and condensed revision notes for situation ethics on the ethics section of the ocr religious studies a level 2018. It is based on agape love christian unconditional love, and says that we should always do the most loving thing in any situation.