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Ethics: the delicate choices of our daily lives

Do the ends justify the means? Is it even possible to distinguish between good and evil, between good and bad behavior, to define what is right and wrong, without resorting to the law? How to resolve a dilemma between two conflicting values if both are equally respectable, such as that of the adult and lucid patient who wants to abbreviate his suffering and that of the doctor who promised to fight for his life? José Roberto de…

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José Roberto de Castro Neves has written a book titled "A Pergunta Difícil – Por que precisamos falar de ética?" published by Nova Fronteira. The book explores complex philosophical questions about ethics, morality, and behavior, delving into dilemmas that arise when two respectable values come into conflict. Neves, a renowned lawyer, draws on a wide range of sources, including literature, art, and history, to guide readers through these challenging discussions.

The book aims to encourage reflection on ethics and moral responsibility, arguing that laws alone are insufficient to address these issues.

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