What is this “theory of life,” and how does he draw upon it to defend the utilitarian theory of morality?
Explain John Stuart Mill’s Ethical Theory, commonly called “Utilitarianism”
August 1, 2019Which of the following principles approves or disapproves of an action according to its tendency to promote happiness for the greatest number of people?
August 1, 2019What is this “theory of life,” and how does he draw upon it to defend the utilitarian theory of morality?
Question Description
Early in the text Utilitarianism, John Stuart Mill (2014) says that utilitarianism is based on a “theory of life” that some have called “a doctrine worthy only of swine.” What is this “theory of life,” and how does he draw upon it to defend the utilitarian theory of morality? What do critics mean when they call this a “doctrine worthy only of swine,” and how does Mill respond to that criticism? Do you think that his response vindicates this “theory of life”, or is he mistaken about what has ultimate value in human life? Finally, does his view make utilitarianism more plausible or less plausible as a moral theory? Your posts should demonstrate that you have read and thought critically about Mill’s text.
Must Reference this source
Mill, J. S. (n.d.). Utilitarianism. Retrieved from http://vizedhtmlcontent.next.ecollege.com/pub/cont…
