Emmanuel C.

Cas HRDM 1-F

1. Is this ethical issue ? Why or why not ?

*Yes, art and offense can be considered an ethical issue.

Art has the power to elicit a wide range of emotions, including offense. Offense can
occur when artwork contains themes or imagery that are perceived as insensitive,
insulting, or disrespectful to a particular individual or group.
The ethical issue arises when the expression of artistic freedom comes into conflict with
the harm caused by offense. While freedom of expression is important, it also has to be
balanced with the responsibility not to cause harm to others.
Some argue that art should be allowed to offend, as it is a necessary component of free
speech and artistic expression. Others argue that art should be censored to avoid
offending certain groups or individuals.
Ultimately, the ethical dilemma of art and offense is about balancing the right to freedom
of expression with the responsibility to avoid causing harm to others. It requires a
nuanced approach that takes into account the complexity of the issue and the potential
consequences of artistic expression.

2. Does this question of rightness or wrongness of this depend on which religion you
belong to? Explain your answer?

* The question of the rightness or wrongness of art and offense is not necessarily
dependent on which religion one belongs to. While religious beliefs may inform an
individual's personal values and sense of morality, the ethical considerations surrounding
art and offense are not necessarily exclusive to any one religion.
Different religions may have varying perspectives on the nature and purpose of art, as
well as on what constitutes offensive imagery or themes. For example, some religions
may prohibit the depiction of certain deities or icons, while others may consider
depictions of violence or sexuality to be taboo.
However, the question of whether it is ethical to create art that offends others goes
beyond religious beliefs and is subject to broader ethical principles such as respect for
human dignity, empathy, and the promotion of social harmony.
Therefore, while religious beliefs may shape an individual's perspective on art and
offense, the ethical considerations surrounding this issue are universal and require a
broader understanding of human values and societal norms.

Untitled (Burnt-Out Europe) by Manuel Ocampo

Explanation:

The painting of Manuel Ocampo was highly criticized because it depicts the head of
Jesus Christ attached to a hawk's body and is placed in the middle of two large swastikas.
For many Germans, swastika is the symbol used by Adolf Hitler in his political
movement. Which is why, when Manuel Ocampo displayed his works in a prestigious
modern and contemporary art exhibition in Germany, it was pulled out. On the part of the
painter, he used such symbols to express his views about political and social problems in
the present day and the painting doesn't promote fascism.

A.) liberation theology and pragmatism. Explanation: Given - A dialogue between ethics
and the various domains of aesthetic culture and religion

B.) The Aesthetics and Ethics of Faith: A Dialogue Between Liberationist and
Pragmatic Thought
Christopher D. Tirres

C. ) The Aesthetics and Ethics of Faith: A Dialogue Between Liberationist and Pragmatic
Thought (AAR Reflection and Theory in the Study of Religion Series).

D. By Christopher D. Tirres.