"Suum cuique". A statement of democratic society or Nazi slogan?

Autor*innen

• Jannes Kraft

Parameter

• Philosophie

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The paper explores the duality of a Latin phrase, examining its significance in democratic societies and its misuse during historical atrocities, specifically its placement at the entrance of the Buchenwald concentration camp by the Nazis. It delves into the ethical implications of such phrases and their impact on societal values, reflecting on the tension between ideals and their potential for manipulation. The analysis is rooted in a comprehensive ethical framework, highlighting the importance of context in understanding moral concepts.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback