Duty-Based Vs. Consequentialism
When we were young, our parents often told us, ' Always do the right thing, do not do anything wrong
that can put you in a bad situation, do what is right and live.' This principle is very much present in the
values of Filipinos, and it is evident in everyone's actions. However, a person can also identify and
differentiate between right and wrong by using critical thinking and being rational. In responding,
people often rely on using their personal beliefs and values.
According to Sarokin (2019), making a decision that is not based on one's values can frequently result
in feelings of dissatisfaction or even guilt for the individual. The Filipino people are an excellent
illustration of this point. The Filipino people have a strong sense of duty-based ethics and a way of
life deeply rooted in their cultural and religious beliefs. This ethical framework is based on the
principles of respect, obedience, and responsibility towards family, community, and country.
For Filipinos, duty-based ethics is deeply ingrained in their culture and way of life. They believe that
doing what is right and fulfilling their responsibilities are essential to being a good person. This is
particularly evident in their strong emphasis on family values, where individuals are expected to
prioritize the needs of their families over their interests. These values are instilled in children from a
young age and are reinforced by religious teachings, community norms, and cultural practices.
Furthermore, In the Filipino culture, respect and obedience are highly valued and fundamental aspect
of duty-based ethics. This includes obedience to parents, elders, and authority figures and adherence
to social norms and cultural practices. Responsibility is another key principle of the Filipino ethical
framework. Filipinos are expected to take responsibility for their actions and their impact on others
and contribute to the well-being of their family, community, and country.
Filipino people have Duty-Based ethics for several reasons. One reason is the strong influence of
religion, particularly Catholicism, which emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's moral duties
and obligations. Additionally, the concept of "utang na loob," or debt of gratitude, is deeply ingrained
in Filipino culture, further reinforcing the importance of fulfilling one's duties and obligations to
others. This means that individuals are expected to repay the kindness and favors they have received
from others by returning the favor or by doing something good for others. Filipino values are also
grounded in the concept of "kapwa," or shared identity, emphasizing the importance of social
relationships and communal harmony. This concept underscores the obligation to care for one's fellow
human beings, especially those in need. The history of colonization and oppression has led to a sense
When we were young, our parents often told us, ' Always do the right thing, do not do anything wrong
that can put you in a bad situation, do what is right and live.' This principle is very much present in the
values of Filipinos, and it is evident in everyone's actions. However, a person can also identify and
differentiate between right and wrong by using critical thinking and being rational. In responding,
people often rely on using their personal beliefs and values.
According to Sarokin (2019), making a decision that is not based on one's values can frequently result
in feelings of dissatisfaction or even guilt for the individual. The Filipino people are an excellent
illustration of this point. The Filipino people have a strong sense of duty-based ethics and a way of
life deeply rooted in their cultural and religious beliefs. This ethical framework is based on the
principles of respect, obedience, and responsibility towards family, community, and country.
For Filipinos, duty-based ethics is deeply ingrained in their culture and way of life. They believe that
doing what is right and fulfilling their responsibilities are essential to being a good person. This is
particularly evident in their strong emphasis on family values, where individuals are expected to
prioritize the needs of their families over their interests. These values are instilled in children from a
young age and are reinforced by religious teachings, community norms, and cultural practices.
Furthermore, In the Filipino culture, respect and obedience are highly valued and fundamental aspect
of duty-based ethics. This includes obedience to parents, elders, and authority figures and adherence
to social norms and cultural practices. Responsibility is another key principle of the Filipino ethical
framework. Filipinos are expected to take responsibility for their actions and their impact on others
and contribute to the well-being of their family, community, and country.
Filipino people have Duty-Based ethics for several reasons. One reason is the strong influence of
religion, particularly Catholicism, which emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's moral duties
and obligations. Additionally, the concept of "utang na loob," or debt of gratitude, is deeply ingrained
in Filipino culture, further reinforcing the importance of fulfilling one's duties and obligations to
others. This means that individuals are expected to repay the kindness and favors they have received
from others by returning the favor or by doing something good for others. Filipino values are also
grounded in the concept of "kapwa," or shared identity, emphasizing the importance of social
relationships and communal harmony. This concept underscores the obligation to care for one's fellow
human beings, especially those in need. The history of colonization and oppression has led to a sense
