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Francis Hutcheson was an 18th-century philosopher known for his contributions to moral philosophy and the emotivist movement. His ideas had a profound impact on subsequent moral philosophy and ethics.

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“That action is best which procures the greatest happiness.”

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“The ultimate notion of right is that which tends to the universal good; and when one's acting in a certain manner has this tendency he has a right thus to act.”

Certain Acting Ultimate Universal Notion Tendencies

Book:A System Of Moral Philosophy: In Three Books : To which is Prefixed Some Account Of The Life, Writings, And Character Of The Author

Source: A System Of Moral Philosophy: In Three Books : To which is Prefixed Some Account Of The Life, Writings, And Character Of The Author

About the Author

Born: August 8, 1694
Died: January 14, 1747
Known for: Philosopher
Quotes: 5

Books & Sources

A System Of Moral Philosophy: In Three Books : To which is Prefixed Some Account Of The Life, Writings, And Character Of The AuthorRelated source material

An Essay on the Nature and Conduct of the Passions and AffectionsRelated source material

An inquiry into the original of our ideas of beauty and virtueRelated source material

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