Divine Command Theory — definition?
Morality based on God's commands.
God and morality — role?
God's nature and commands ground morality.
Robert Adams' Theory — key idea?
God's commands are grounded in His loving nature.
Challenges to Divine Command — example?
Euthyphro dilemma questions if morality is arbitrary.
Morality — alternative ethical theories?
Virtue ethics, ethical egoism, secular moral frameworks.
God's moral goodness — based on?
His nature and character.
Arbitrariness — concern in divine commands?
Commands might be arbitrary if not grounded in God's character.
Moral independence — meaning?
Morality existing outside of or prior to divine commands.
Ethical pluralism — challenge?
Diverse moral beliefs conflict with single divine authority.
Virtue Theory — focus?
Developing good character traits.
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1. How does Robert Adams' modified Divine Command Theory differ from traditional Divine Command Theory in explaining the basis of God's commands?
2. According to Robert Adams' modified Divine Command Theory, what is the primary cause of moral standards?
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