Moral relativism
Contemporary metaethics
Some versions make moral truth or justification relative to a framework of norms.
Historical context
Diversity of customs has prompted reflection since antiquity. Contemporary discussion distinguishes observing disagreement from theories about moral truth.
Overview
Two communities may assess a practice under different norms. The philosophical question is whether both judgments can be justified within their frameworks and what it means to compare them.
Main claims
Some moral truths or justifications are understood relative to a framework of evaluation.
Debates and nuances
Descriptive diversity of judgment and relativity of truth are separate theses.
This entry provides educational context.