Introduction: The Formation of the Moral Point of View—The Legacy of Bernard Williams Twenty Years after His Passing.
This document provides an introduction to the legacy of Bernard Williams, a prominent English moral philosopher. It discusses a special issue dedicated to exploring the formation of the moral point of view, with essays covering topics such as authenticity, virtue ethics, and moral obligations. The a...
| Publicado en: | Topoi: An International Review of Philosophy Vol. 43; no. 2; pp. 373 - 381 |
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Springer Nature
May2024
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| Sumario: | This document provides an introduction to the legacy of Bernard Williams, a prominent English moral philosopher. It discusses a special issue dedicated to exploring the formation of the moral point of view, with essays covering topics such as authenticity, virtue ethics, and moral obligations. The authors engage with Williams's ideas, offering their own perspectives and critiques. They discuss the importance of personal projects and commitments in shaping our moral lives, the limitations of utilitarianism, and the concept of moral incapacity. The text also examines Williams's views on the formation of the moral self and his engagement with Greek antiquity. |
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