Theories Of Morality

The debate on morality emanates from Thrasymachus, who argues that justice is based on might. In this case, he says that people obey rules and regulations just because they fear the people in authority (Alethes, 2010, p. 90). Most of the people in power use their powers to make rules, which to them they never obey. The rules are ever imposed on the weak, who are mostly the poor people in the society. The firm, in this case, makes laws based on their self-interests. For instance, people in authority may pass a law that will help in safeguarding their wealth. In such instances, they will only have their interest protected while the poor will have to adhere to the law established. When adhering to these rules, an individual is said to be morally

Also, what if the people never get to obey the rules. However, the essential idea is that laws are made in the interests of the people in authority, and the lower citizens have to follow as a way of being moral (Barker, 2012, p.87). Morality in the society plays a pivotal role in ensuring that people get to have better ways of operations (Alethes, 2010, p. 128). Morality in the society helps people live well. In this context, people can coexist well and help each other. Also, morality in the society is an essential thing in ensuring that people get to have peace. Peace in a standard setup makes it easier for

He argues that a person who is just, in that he or she follows all the rules presented will end up suffering. He or she will be beaten, tormented and will do nothing as they fear being incarcerated. Also, Thrasymachus has it that being unjust benefits but he does not focus on the effects that this has on the soul (Santas, 2010, p. 187). It is exceptional to concentrate on the physical but going deeper into the inner soul, there comes a difference. Glaucon and Thrasymachus differ in these aspects, but their differences give Socrates a standing point on these issues. He has different opinions in regards to the arguments presented. Thrasymachus dwells much on being unjust while Glaucon is rooted in the values of obeying the laws though he puts limitations. The two have viewpoints that differ in one way, but their similarities are numerous which appear to be contrary to Socrates' assertions. However, they presented challenges to Socrates to have opinions on as they