Chapter 7

Moral Dimension

“I shall argue, no such individual would find the Golden Rule surprising in any way, because at its base lies the foundation in countless books, throughout recorded history, around the world, that is testimony to its universality.”

– John Locke, 1690

Morality is concerned with the goodness or badness of human behavior. It is sometimes referred to as knowing right from wrong. It is also a willingness to let accepted rules, standards, and laws determine our actions. It is most frequently associated with religion in terms of an institution that is a primary educator of moral thinking and action. Morality can also be learned through other social institutions such as family or formal education.

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