Lesson 1: The Ethical Dimension of human Existence

Ethics and Morals

Richard I. Yamomo
BSCS II
 Ethics
-a practical philosophy that consists of the fundamental issues
of practical decision making, and its major concerns on the
nature of ultimate value and the standards by which human
actions can be judged as right or wrong.
 Morals
a person's standards of behavior or beliefs concerning
what is and is not acceptable for them to do.
Why do we need to be moral?
Morality affects the decisions of the people daily
since they decide to do right or wrong. People
should maintain moral values including: respect,
integrity, honesty and patience so as to lead good
and happy life. ... They also should be moral
because they have shared human needs, goals,
wishes and aims.
 Why do we need rules?

Rules are established to protect the weaker class

in the society since they are at a disadvantage if
such regulations are broken.
When rules are properly set and followed, they provide a stable
environment and human co-existence in a community, resulting
in peace and order.
 Moral Standard

Refers to norms we have about the types of actions which

we believe to be morally acceptable or morally
unacceptable.
It deals with matters that can seriously injure or benefit
human beings like, rape, murder, no cheating and
protecting life.
 Non-Moral Standard

Refers to norms that are unrelated to moral or ethical

consideration.
Non-moral standards are etiquettes , fashion standards,
rules in the game, and house rules.