On the problem of moral principle and moral value

Abstract

In addition to evaluating the possibility for a universal morality in terms of moral principles; moral values, which are another problematic area of morality should be considered. This study includes an evaluation of ideas discussed by numerous philosophers and schools of philosophy on the universality and relativity of morality and values from the first age to the present time, within the context of moral education and development of the humans. Within the scope of axiological, deontological and theological moral act definitions, the concepts of good, virtue, justice, freedom and responsibility – being the very basis of moral principles – will be discussed within the scope of metaphysical moral context from ancient times up to now from different perspectives due to their essences. © The Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology.