Elizabeth Anscombe

Elizabeth Anscombe was a prominent philosopher known for her contributions to ethical theory, particularly virtue ethics. She challenged the deontological and consequentialist views dominant in her time, emphasizing the importance of character and moral virtues. In her influential essay "Modern Moral Philosophy," she criticized contemporary moral philosophy for lacking a proper understanding of human flourishing and the moral significance of intention. Anscombe argued that moral questions should be rooted in a moral framework that includes the role of virtues and the intention behind actions, which reoriented discussions on ethics towards a more character-based approach.