For all theoretical purposes in this question, lets assume that the Iraq War is just (in the US perception). So, if it is just, does that mean the war is right? (I am using this as an example so the question makes more sense). I know this example however, is involved with just war, but the same could be applied for such. What do you think?
2006-11-01 07:32:58 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Ok, don't argue with me whether the war is just or unjust, as I said, it is just an example for what I am asking
2006-11-01 07:38:37 · update #1
My opinion to your question is No. Jusitfication is based differently and the end does not justify the means. If the decisions made are weighed, balanced and fairly judged on all sides then there is true justice. The lady with the blindfolds the scales and the sword. First the blinding for no biased opinions, second the truth to be weighed out, then and only then we find the balance. The scales get tipped by lies created on both sides then the judicial system has failed and the Lady takes off the blindfold, drops the scales and up comes the double edged sword, and away we go.
2006-11-01 07:40:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do not use the word "just" for anything. What a hokey word. Downright vigilante words. Let's string him up and ask questions later, we don't need a trial. I do not accept something wrong to make things right or "just". Doing what is wrong won't make something else that is wrong right. Two wrongs don't make a right. I don't throw the Constitution or the law of the land out the window for causes that are "just". If I do that then I know it ain't "just". War seems to set everything aside because war is insanity and war is never "just" even though it seems that way. It is the "just" that makes the wrong seem acceptable. Two kids caught fighting in school explain that the other guy started it but the teacher only saw two people fighting when he walked into the classroom. Who are you going to believe as the "just" one?
2006-11-01 16:07:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Okay, let's assume.
First, "the side of right" really depends on what side of the rifle your standing on doesn't it?
Two sides to every coin - never forget that.
To be Just, to serve Just(ice) implies fairness.
But life isn't fair, sometimes we have to do the right thing, rather than the 'just' thing.
Example: (simplify) - not war:
A person steals a loaf of bread.
Justice would have the thief serve a penalty.
Fairness is not applied as the bread owner has plenty of bread while the thief is starving.
Fair or 'right' would see the bread owner giving the bread to the hungry thief. (bread owner penalized, and theft is turned from crime to gift).
Is that justice though? No.
But it is Right. - right?
2006-11-01 15:47:17 · answer #3 · answered by Oh, I see 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
By asking this questions you assume, and by answering your question, we all assume that there must an action to accomplish an "action" Or that we must act or think on justice. The question then is who are we to justify/impose and/or an act on things that are either right or wrong?
Sometimes doing nothing is as good as being just, eliminating the pull and assuming the role of the neutral.
It is a complicated subject, too susceptible to argument and too broad to narrow. But like the old saying goes: darn if you do darn if you don't.
2006-11-01 16:24:46 · answer #4 · answered by resiste_lfc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If something is just - as You say - than You have to accept it as a fact and learn to live with it. Otherwise You can be hurted.
The next problem - if You are not involved - is to decide if this fact is right or not. Then You can decide to fight against it or take it .
2006-11-01 16:27:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ahh moral calculus, how I love you so,
just is all that matters.
because it makes people happy does not mean that it is just. as if to say, we killed Kerry, many military and GOP would be happy, however it does not justify the answer. The Iraq war was just. and this is all that matters
2006-11-01 16:18:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the definition of just.
Just: guided by truth, reason, justice, and fairness
It depends on what you think is fair.
It's up in the air depending on who you ask.
2006-11-01 15:40:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just and right go together. But no war is just or right.
2006-11-01 15:38:55 · answer #8 · answered by John 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Who said it was JUST?
Right? That would be novel wouldn't it?
But then there's no money in that now is there?
2006-11-01 15:37:18 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋