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discusses Scottish philosopher and writer David Hume’s
(1711-1776) thinking on the “obligation of promises” as expressed
in his “Treatise of Human Nature.” Hume believed that
participation in a just society requires an individual’s
obligation to the promise to support that government. It is not
based on fear but what Hume referred to as “enlightened
self-interest.” Hume was certain that freedom and exchange in
the marketplace depend on obligation to promises. As a result,
compliance to government is also required in order to keep one’s
promises. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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referred to as "enlightened self-interest." Hume was certain that freedom and exchange in the marketplace depend on obligation to promises. As a result, compliance to government is also required
in order to keep ones promises. Bibliography lists 3 sources. BWhmprom.rtf David Humes "Obligation of Promises" By: C.B. Rodgers -
October 2001 -- for more information on using this paper properly! Introduction The foundation of Scottish philosopher and writer David Humes (1711-1776) thinking on
morality is the concept of sympathy, which he views as the basis of interaction between people and the wellspring of human happiness. Regardless of which aspect of Humes writing
and philosophy that a student is studying, this simple fact is always important to keep in mind. Hume then defines morality as the qualities that are approved in whomever they
happen to appear and by virtually everybody else. As a result of such thinking, he sets out to discover the broadest possible grounds for those approvals. He finds
those grounds of approval in "feelings" rather than "knowing" and determines that moral decisions are established as a result of moral sentiment. It is here that the concept of
utility arises. Hume asserts that qualities are valued either for their agreeableness, either to the owner of the quality or to the person or persons affected by the quality.
That then leads to the virtue of an individual and whether or not that individual receives true justice in the context of rational, utilitarian, and moral thinking. Moral Obligation
to a Promise Gallegos (2001) points out: "For Hume, it is of major importance and consequence that obedience is taught and demonstrated for its benefits. First of all, liberty and
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