ABSTRACT
Traditional ethics in Islam, the second largest religious group in the world, differs a bit from traditional Christian ethics. Traditional Islamic ethics is based on the Koran and the teaching of the Prophet Muhammad. Science was silenced by the Catholic Church because scientific discoveries and knowledge questioned and challenged Catholic doctrine. A fear of scientific knowledge being hindered by religious dogma, or other such “moral” or “ethical” principles, led philosophers like Locke and Mill to call for scientists who were amoral. Numerous doctors were tried for crimes against humanity at Nuremberg for unethical and inhumane treatment of humans during World War II. The doctors argued they were following orders or that the work was for the benefit of mankind. The chapter also presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in this book.
