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Wolf, Susan. Moral Saints
1982, Journal of Philosophy 79 (8):419-439.
Reprinted in Crisp R. and Slote M. (eds.), Virtue ethics . Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Topics: Applied Ethics; Metaethics; Moral Psychology
Keywords: deontology; moral perfection; utilitarianism
Traditions: Analytic; North American
Languages: English

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Added by: Simon Fokt

Content: Wolf argues that "moral perfection, in the sense of moral saintliness, does not constitute a model of personal well-being toward which it would be particularly rational or good or desirable for a human being to strive."

Comment: The text is written in an accessible, entertaining way and can provide an excellent introduction to a first year ethics module, or an inspiration to a thought-provoking discussion on the practical application of particular ethical theories.

Difficulty: Easy
Recommended use: Introductory reading

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