In America many are comfortable describing ethics as follows: Well whats right for me is right for me and whats right for you is right for you. Lets just agree to disagree. This is an affirmation of what philosophers callindividualorsubjective moral relativism. In this understanding of relativism morality is a matter of individual feelings and personal preference. In individual moral relativism the determination of what is right and wrong in a situation varies according to the individual. Moral relativists do not believe in natural law or universal truths.
Cultural moral relativismputs culture at the forefront of relative ethical decision-making. It says the individual must include the precepts of his or her culture as a prominent part of the relativistic moral action.
LawrenceKohlberga prominent psychologist known for recognizing moral stages of development takes it a step farther saying cultural relativists are persons stuck in the ConventionalStage of ethical development.
In your paper please define individual moral relativism and cultural moral relativism in detail noting how they differ from each other their strengths and weaknesses and give your position on Kohlbergs stance on ethical relativism.What aspects of ethical relativism do you identify and agree with? What aspects do you disagree with? Give a personal example that illustrates your stance on ethical relativism describing how you made a moral decision in an ethical dilemma. Include at least two references to support your thoughts.
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