This critique examines divine command theory's implications for moral value in theistic philosophy, suggesting limitations in the neo-Platonist perspective.
Key Points
Moral value's dependence on God is challenged by the Euthyphro dilemma, raising questions about the nature of morality and divine commands.
The neo-Platonist view claims moral values are grounded in God's nature, similar to how a metre is defined, but this analogy is critiqued.
Moral duties may arise from God's commands, yet the distinction between values and duties complicates the relationship with divine authority.
Normativity of moral language is insufficiently explained within the neo-Platonist framework, highlighting limitations in this philosophical approach.