Full Idea
I distinguish four types of cultural values likely to be found in a particular society: interpretations of human values; forms of expression and conduct; institutions and practices within them; and modes of evaluation.
Gist of Idea
Cultural values are interpretations of humanity, conduct, institutions, and evaluations
Source
John Kekes (The Human Condition [2010], 05.2)
Book Reference
Kekes,John: 'The Human Condition' [OUP 2010], p.91
A Reaction
He proceeds to enlarge on these four. This sub-divides the second of his three main areas of value. I like philosophers who do that sort of thing. It gives you the reassuring feeling that you can break a problem down into elements we understand....
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