Ethics

Analyzing the case of Robin Hood, it seeks to argue on the parameters concerning ethical relativism with that of absolute relativism. Here, ethical absolutism seeks to foster the argument that the creation of moral standards remains absolute and does not vary in different cultures (Donaldson, 1996). On the other hand, ethical relativism corresponds to the interplay of social norms, culture, and standards to the establishment of ethics within a specific institution (Donaldson, 1996).

Applying this to the case, it tries to portray the purpose of furthering ethical relativism. The actions of Robin Hood outline the varying perspectives concerning how people discern such actions. Here, some cultures may perceive his actions to be noble and reflects a morally accepted behavior because it justifies a specific purpose that leads to something morally good (Darley, 2005).

On the other hand, Robin Hoods actions can also portray consequence of seeking an objective that does not conform to given social standards and rules. In essence, his approach and objective in addressing specific actions may hamper the rich not because they still from the poor but rather out of hard work (Darley, 2005).

Given these, it can thus be argued that people have varying perceptions of how social norms shape their life. It is through such subjective interpretations shaped by cultural norms and interaction with different groups corresponds to a varied response to the case of Robin Hood. Such attempt then provides a thin line of differentiation concerning his actions to be considered ethical or not.