Value Theory

Value Theory explores how we understand what is good, valuable, or meaningful in life. In meta-ethics, it examines the nature of moral values themselves—asking if they are universal truths or subjective opinions. Descriptive ethics looks at how different cultures and societies define and practice values. Moral epistemology investigates how we know what is right or wrong—what justifies our moral beliefs. Overall, Value Theory helps us comprehend how we assess actions, lives, and relationships in terms of worth and significance, guiding our ethical decisions and understanding of human experience.