ABSTRACT RULES OPERATE AS ULTIMATE VALUES BECAUSE THEY SERVE UNKNOWN PARTICULAR ENDS
Abstract rules are seen as ultimate values because they help resolve disputes and maintain order, even when the specific situations or interests of the parties involved differ. When a dispute arises, it is important to identify rules that have been consistently applied in similar past cases. If one party relies on a recognized rule, the other can challenge it by referencing another valid rule that may alter the conclusions drawn from the first. Justice is based on the idea that people can reach consensus on general rules, even if they initially disagree on specific cases. These rules highlight the relevant factors that determine whether an act is just or unjust, and they are accepted based on their alignment with common understanding. The effectiveness of these rules is maintained when they are applied universally, regardless of their outcomes in specific situations. While individual acts of justice might not always benefit society, the overall adherence to these rules is essential for societal stability. Ultimately, these rules serve broader, often unrecognized ends, and they need to be upheld to prevent chaos, ensuring that governance and individual actions adhere to permanent principles rather than temporary interests.
Abstract rules are seen as ultimate values because they help resolve disputes and maintain order, even when the specific situations or interests of the parties involved differ. When a dispute arises, it is important to identify rules that have been consistently applied in similar past cases. If one party relies on a recognized rule, the other can challenge it by referencing another valid rule that may alter the conclusions drawn from the first. Justice is based on the idea that people can reach consensus on general rules, even if they initially disagree on specific cases. These rules highlight the relevant factors that determine whether an act is just or unjust, and they are accepted based on their alignment with common understanding. The effectiveness of these rules is maintained when they are applied universally, regardless of their outcomes in specific situations. While individual acts of justice might not always benefit society, the overall adherence to these rules is essential for societal stability. Ultimately, these rules serve broader, often unrecognized ends, and they need to be upheld to prevent chaos, ensuring that governance and individual actions adhere to permanent principles rather than temporary interests.