Religious Studies A-Level
Telos
What Telos means in Religious Studies A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Telos
The inherent purpose or 'end' of a human act, used in Natural Law to determine if an action aligns with God's design.
Topics that use Telos
- Application of ethical theories to issues of importance: War and peace, and Sexual ethics (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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Using Telos in the exam
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