Impossible_Sir6196 t1_j24jn60 wrote on December 29, 2022 at 4:43 PM

This is based on the false premise of duality. Life almost never presents a simple ‘this’ or ‘that’ option.

Very often this argument is used to justify morally reprehensible actions. However the ‘lesser’ evil often is far from the only other actual option.

breadandbuttercreek t1_j258xhl wrote on December 29, 2022 at 7:25 PM

I agree, there isn't much utility in this sort of premise.

Rethious t1_j285dyd wrote on December 30, 2022 at 9:29 AM

Of course there are a plurality of approaches to any given situation. That does not mean dilemmas are useless for examining schools of philosophy.

As well, in reality, when faced with a situation, from the myriad of options, we tend to eliminate them until we are left with a dilemma.

Ok-Mine1268 t1_j27b6uk wrote on December 30, 2022 at 4:01 AM

Isn’t that the whole story model of the Witcher? Omg you to have to choose but don’t worry either choice will result in some horrible outcome. See! Hahaha we got you!