Prompt 1:
Explain the challenge to the idea of human moral equality presented by Jeff McMahan (or as presented by Brian Leiter), and how a theistic account of the basis of moral equality might be able to answer this challenge. Then consider: Do you think the theistic account is successful in answering this challenge? Why or why not?
Prompt 2:
Explain Jeremy Waldron’s religiously inspired idea of a “dynamic” (or “narrative”) account of human moral worth and dignity. Then consider: Do you think this type of account is more plausible than the “static” accounts offered by utilitarianism and Kantianism? Why or why not?
Prompt 3:
Explain Bernard Williams’ critique of the idea of “absolute importance,” and his alternative proposal for why our fellow human beings warrant preferential treatment. Then consider: Do you think Williams’ proposal establishes human moral equality? Why or why not?
