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A Comparative Study of Kant's and Phra Debvedi (Prayugh Patutto)'s Normative Ethical Theory
Author Vaddhnavamso, Kan
Date1992.09.21
Pages140
PublisherMahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University
Publisher Url http://www.mcu.ac.th/En/index.php
LocationBangkok, Thailand [曼谷, 泰國]
Content type博碩士論文=Thesis and Dissertation
Language英文=English; 泰文=Thai
Degreemaster
InstitutionMahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University
AdvisorPhramaha Somchai Kusalacitto
Publication year1992
Abstract The objective of this research is to critically examine and analytically compare Kant’s normative ethical theory with Phra Debvedi (Prayudh Payutto)’s view on Buddhist ethical theory.

The findings from the documentary research indicates that both thinkers share the similar view on the importance of wisdom or intellect as a tool for making a distinction between good and bad deed. Moreover, both thinkers hold the will that man should not be used as a means only. It is also worth mentioning that the Principle of Universality in Kant’s ethics is similar to the Law of Action of Phra Debvedi.

However, both thinkers differ in the following aspects. Kant’s good will emphasizes only the Principle of Universality. On the other hand Phra Debvedi stresses that good will must reflect the wholesome mind. Moreover, Kant’s ethical theory relies strictly on unconditional as well as universal principles. However, in Phra Debvedi’s principles have two folds, first, is Conventional Truth Concept which has an opening for additional consideration in deciding moral virtues. Second, is Ultimate Truth Concept which has strictly unconditional principles. Anyhow the later aim is different from Kant’s ethical theory that Buddhist Ethics stresses on Salvation but Kant’s ethical theory introduce universal criteria. In addition, Kant also denies any action motivated by positive or negative emotion as action that has moral worth. However, Phra Debvedi accepts any action reflecting the wholesome mind must possess moral value.
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