Understanding Conscience in Philosophy

What did Friedrich Schleiermacher believe conscience was?

• A logical reasoning process

• An inner feeling that helps us sense God’s presence

• A set of societal rules

• A scientific method

According to Joseph Butler, what is the role of conscience?

• To follow societal norms

• To act as a God-given voice that tells us what’s right and wrong

• To maximise personal gain

• To ignore moral decisions

How did Thomas Aquinas view conscience?

• As a spiritual intuition

• As a part of our ability to reason and make moral judgments

• As a process of decision-making based on love

• As a random feeling

What is the key rule in Joseph Fletcher’s view of conscience?

• To follow strict rules

• To act in a way that promotes agape (selfless, unconditional love)

• To maximise personal pleasure

• To ignore others' needs

Which philosopher believed that conscience is stronger than selfish desires?

• Friedrich Schleiermacher

• Joseph Butler

• Thomas Aquinas

• Joseph Fletcher

According to Thomas Aquinas, what does conscience apply to everyday situations?

• Personal opinions

• Natural law

• Scientific theories

• Emotional responses

What did Friedrich Schleiermacher compare conscience to?

• A logical deduction

• A spiritual intuition

• A mathematical equation

• A physical sensation

Joseph Butler described conscience as what kind of authority in human life?

• The lowest authority

• A temporary authority

• The highest authority

• An irrelevant authority

What is the main focus of Joseph Fletcher’s approach to conscience?

• Following traditional rules

• Maximising love in each situation

• Ignoring moral decisions

• Pursuing personal gain

How does Thomas Aquinas believe we follow God’s eternal law?

• By ignoring conscience

• By listening to conscience

• By following societal trends

• By pursuing wealth