Moral Philosophy: Ethics, Deontology and Natural Law

Offering a systematic overview of moral philosophy, this work separates the field into three clear parts: ethics, deontology, and natural law. It begins by questioning the traditional Aristotelian focus on happiness, arguing that a true study of morality must first address the notion of duty and the sense of “ought.” The author sets the stage with a historical survey that links ancient thought to contemporary discussions of civil authority.

Readers are guided through the foundations of ethics as a study of human nature, then led into deontology, where moral obligation is defined in theological terms as an offence against divine law. The treatment of natural law bridges these ideas, showing how our innate sense of right and wrong points toward a higher purpose. Written in a clear, lecture‑style voice, the book invites listeners to explore complex concepts without sacrificing accessibility.