What is Evil?
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https://doi.org/10.67945/jfa.v8i.135Keywords:
evil, value transposition, formal axiology, moral psychologyAbstract
This paper explores the differentiation between “bad” behavior and “evil” behavior. Studies and commentaries about people who have engaged in bad and evil behavior, both in research settings and in real life, are reviewed. The elements which constitute evil are identified, with focus being on lack of empathy and intent to harm. Evil is discussed as value transpositions in Formal Axiology and approaches to address counteracting evil are offered.References
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