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Analysis of the Meaning of the Word ‘Coincidence’ in the Context of the Problem of Moral Luck
Analysis of the Meaning of the Word ‘Coincidence’ in the Context of the Problem of Moral Luck

Author(s): PRZEMYSŁAW STRZYŻYŃSKI
Subject(s): Ethics / Practical Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion
Published by: Uniwersytet Adama Mickiewicza
Keywords: moral luck; coincidence; rule of control; moral responsibility; paradox of moral luck;

Summary/Abstract: The aim of the article is to demonstrate which meanings of the word 'chance' can be used in the matter of moral luck. The first part of the article briefly discusses the essence of the problem of moral luck, the types of moral luck and the consequences of recognizing the role of luck/chance for morality. The second part contains case definitions. This part also presents arguments for which of the presented meanings of chance can be used in the analysis of the issue of moral luck. At the end of the article there is a suggestion to limit the meaning and role of the so-called the paradox of moral luck.

  • Issue Year: 38/2021
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 253-272
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: English