Social and Political Ethics: The Concept of Good

This lecture delves into the fundamental introduction to ethics, focusing on the concept of 'good'. It explores various theories of good, advocating for a complex understanding inspired by Hegel. The slides discuss the duty of the state in guaranteeing property protection, the role of consent in ownership, the importance of self-ownership, and the idea of a common good. It also covers the ethical implications of redistribution, the significance of individual rights, and the components of human good. The lecture concludes by addressing the central ethical issue of distribution and the concept of a world that satisfies the common good.