Are we morally obligated to help those in need if we are able to?
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Morally Obligated
Not Morally Obligated
It's not so simple
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TheConstantGardener · 56-60, M
It's a categorical imperative.
easterniowegin · 51-55, M
@TheConstantGardener does that account for differences in capacity??
TheConstantGardener · 56-60, M
@easterniowegin What does that mean?
easterniowegin · 51-55, M
@TheConstantGardener are there any limitations to your imperative?
TheConstantGardener · 56-60, M
@easterniowegin I'm not clear on what you're asking. Are you asking if there are limitations on the help that is given?
easterniowegin · 51-55, M
@TheConstantGardener yes. It is inherently difficult to operate under absolutes. So I am interested to see how you balance that.
TheConstantGardener · 56-60, M
@easterniowegin The Q was, "[b]Are we morally obligated to help those in need if we are able to?"[/b]
It doesn't say should we shower indulgences on a person in need and make them a millionaire.
Helping those in need is a matter of what one can afford to do in time or money. Rather than turning away and ignoring someone in straightened circumstances.
Help can come in many forms, according to the ability or generosity of the helper.
It doesn't say should we shower indulgences on a person in need and make them a millionaire.
Helping those in need is a matter of what one can afford to do in time or money. Rather than turning away and ignoring someone in straightened circumstances.
Help can come in many forms, according to the ability or generosity of the helper.