Religion: Duty Ethics And Virtue Ethics

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When examining religion closely, it is important to pay close attention to code, a methodical array of rules and regulations, to understand how it functions in the religion and how it affects those who practice the religion. Within this array of rules and regulations exists a system of ethics. Two of the most notable are the duty ethic and virtue ethic. Duty ethic focuses on moral obligations which are set by laws, commands, etc., while virtue ethic explains morality as interactions with other people in a process to achieve ideal moral character. As Kessler defines them, “…Duty ethics are based on commands to ‘do this,’ while virtue ethics are based on admonitions to ‘become this’” (Kessler 2003: 195). While religions typically include one