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Joseph Butler

1692–1752 · Argued conscience is the supreme, God-given guide to action.

Biography

Bishop Joseph Butler held that conscience is the supreme principle in human nature, given by God to direct moral action over self-love and benevolence.

Key Ideas

  • Conscience as supreme moral authority.
  • Balance of self-love and benevolence.

Topics Appearing In

Conscience →

Exam Importance

A further theistic account of conscience for range in AO2.