The Ideal Observer Theory

Join George and John as they discuss and debate different Philosophical ideas, today they will be discussing the Ideal Observer Theory.

A Metaethical theory, Ideal Observer Theory claims that morality is that in which an Ideal Observer would approve or disapprove of. The Ideal Observer is a hypothetical morally perfect judge. When we act, we must consider whether this hypothetical morally perfect observer would approve or disapprove of our actions.

Watch to find out exactly what makes an Ideal Observer and the debate as to whether this is a good moral theory to follow.

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0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - Metaethics explained
0:52 - Roderick Firth's Ideal Observer Theory Explained
1:44 - The attributes of an Ideal Observer
4:00 - Moral Language for Ideal Observer Theorists
4:33 - Benefits of the Ideal Observer Theory
5:37 - The problems with dispassion
8:10 - Circular reasoning within the Ideal Observer Theory
8:48 - Ideal Observer and Divine Command Theory

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