A false alternative is stifling thought in metaethics.
Whereas normative ethics (or morality) addresses the question, Which values and principles should guide our choices and actions?—metaethics addresses a more fundamental question: What is the ultimate source of moral values and principles, and how do we know it?
In today’s academic circles and among popular philosophers, metaethical theories typically are classified under two general categories: realism and anti-realism.
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Craig had a thoughtful discussion with Zachary Porcu on the source and nature of knowledge.
Craig recently spoke with philosopher Michael Huemer about the nature and foundations of ethics.
Angel dives into the ideas behind Sunrise on the Reaping and why philosophy isn’t just for books.
Kiyah looks at how a tool once used to call out bad behavior got twisted into a shield—protecting harmful ideologies under the banner of “free speech.”