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What does it mean?
Moral philosophy serves religion rather than standing alone.
In plain terms
Good ethics and morals support religious beliefs.
What can you take from it?
See moral philosophy as a support for religious values.

Where it applies

  • religious study
  • ethical discussions
  • education

Putting it to work

  • integrate faith and reason
  • study ethics
  • explore religion

Questions to consider

  • Can you be moral without religion?
  • How do faith and ethics relate for you?

Another view

Many people practice morality independently of religion.

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