Moral luck

Moral luck refers to the idea that the morality of a person's actions or character can be influenced by factors beyond their control. For example, two individuals may act similarly, but one’s outcome or judgment might differ because of luck—like being in a safer environment or facing different consequences. It challenges the notion that moral responsibility is based solely on intentions or efforts, highlighting how external circumstances and chance can impact how we evaluate a person's morality. Essentially, it underscores that luck can play a role in how we judge right and wrong.