individual task 3
1.) Define the term ‘moral integrity’ Moral integrity is a complex and subtle ethical notion. As theologian Stanley Hauerwas has argued, it is central to all the other virtues but more fundamental than any single virtue. The root of the term integrity is wholeness. Meaning from:
http://www.unmc.edu/ethics/words.html#M
2.) Describe why Maximillian Kolbe is regarded as a Christian of exemplary moral integrity.
Because he gave his own life to a man, who he wasn’t even related to just to save his life, for he had a wife and children.
3.) Outline Maximillians ethical actions/principles that he demonstrated in Auschwitz.
Maximillians ethical actions that he demonstrated in the Auschwitz include, he heard confessions of people and smuggled bread and wine to his fellow prisoners. One of the most important actions he did was when he sacrificed his life to save another man who was also a prisoner.
4.) Evaluate whether you think he made the right decision and provide research to support your answer. i.e. Catholic teachings.
I believe he did make the right decision by giving his life up for that man because that man had a wife and children.