The Teleological Suspension of the Ethical

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Write about 4 pages (double-spaced, 12pt font) on the following topic: In Problema I and II of Fear and Trembling, Kierkegaard argues that our ethical duties may be suspended in the pursuit of “absolute” (religious) duties. Explain how he arrives at this conclusion through his analysis of Abraham as a knight of faith, and then offer a commentary on whether you think Abraham was justified in so acting.1 Your essay should explain and contrast the aesthetic, ethical, and religious modes of life; it should explain why Abraham is not a tragic hero, nor an aesthetic individual, and should explore these contrasts through Kierkegaard’s account of faith. Finally, do you agree that there exist “higher” non-ethical duties (religious or otherwise) that warrant suspending our ethical duties? You may answer this question solely through an analysis of Abraham’s sacrifice of Isaac or through another example. In either case you should provide an argument (pro or con) whether you think Abraham (or persons generally) are ever justified in suspending their ethical duties to satisfy non-ethical commitments. In other words, is the ultimate goal or purpose of human life to live ethically?

A good paper will present what Kierkegaard says in the relevant passages (both by means of quotes from the text AND clear, original statements of his claims in your own words), and will interpret his argument in clear and simple terms, perhaps including original examples to illustrate the relevant points. Your paper should make sense to someone who is not familiar with Fear and Trembling. Make an outline before writing out the assignment. The writing should be organized in focused paragraphs with clear, straightforward topic ideas/sentences. An introductory paragraph should be brief and indicate the central idea(s) that will be developed in the rest of the paper. Care should be taken with grammar and spelling.

An “A” paper is an outstanding piece of writing that has the following characteristics: 1. Grasp of the Material: • The paper accurately explains and contrasts the aesthetic, ethical, and religious modes of life. • The analysis accurately explains and contrasts the tragic hero, the aesthetic individual, and Abraham (the Knight of Faith).The analysis accurately expresses Kierkegaard’s account of faith. • The paper offers a novel, nuanced, and cogent defense of the thesis statement concerning the issue of justification. 2. Organization and Structure: • The paper has an introduction that accurately and clearly expresses the thesis to be developed in the rest of the paper. • The paper is clearly organized in focused paragraphs, demonstrates the ability to use transitions effectively, and develops points persuasively. 3. Use of the Text: • The paper draws from the text judiciously and effectively. • All quotation, paraphrase, and summary of the text are properly cited. 4. Writing Style and Mechanics: • The paper controls sophisticated sentence structures effectively, employs excellent word choice, is free of significant grammatical and mechanical errors and also maintains a fluent style that illuminates the material.

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