FAQ About Philippa Foot
What is virtue ethics, and how does it differ from other ethical theories?
Virtue ethics is an approach to moral philosophy that emphasizes the development of virtuous character traits like courage, honesty, and compassion. Unlike deontological ethics, which focuses on rules, or utilitarianism, which considers the outcomes of actions, virtue ethics centers on the moral agent's character and intentions. Philippa Foot's work in this field stresses the importance of living a virtuous life to achieve moral good.
